Pontiac extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 6-13 in the process. They lost 6-0 to the Prairie Central Hawks. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Indians have suffered against the Hawks since April 25, 2018.
As for Prairie Central, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-22. That's two games straight that they have won by exactly six runs.
For Prairie Central's part, the result came thanks to Collin Hartman's shutout, as he gave up just two hits and racked up ten Ks. Hartman has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Prairie Central let Will Skala and Tony Schahrer run wild. Skala went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, while Schahrer went 2-for-3 with three RBI and one double. Prairie Central is 4-2 when Skala posts two or more runs, but 3-20 otherwise.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pontiac will challenge Eureka at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Hornets' pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so the Indians' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Prairie Central, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Reed-Custer at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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