Benton had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 14.5 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Thursday. They were the clear victors by an 18-4 margin over the Jena Giants. That's two games straight that the Tigers have won by exactly 14 runs.
Lucas Cox looked comfortable as he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit over four innings pitched. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
Brody Turnipseed
| 04/02/26 @ Jena | 4 |
| 03/14/26 @ Parkway | 3 |
| 04/01/26 @ North Webster | 2 |
| 03/21/26 @ Haughton | 2 |
| 03/05/26 @ Byrd | 2 |
On the hitting side, Brody Turnipseed was a standout: he went 4-for-5 with four runs, three doubles, and three RBI. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Cole Snell was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
Benton kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 24 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Benton's record is now 25-3-2. As for Jena, their loss was their sixth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 9-11.
Looking ahead, Benton will take on Airline at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Jena, they will face off against Haughton at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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