Stearns extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 7-9 in the process. They came up short against the Mattanawcook Lynx, falling 19-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Lynx this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 6-1 back in May.
As for Mattanawcook, the victory keeps they at an undefeated 14-0. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.7 runs on average this season.
For Mattanawcook's part, James Trott and Isaac Ritchie made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Trott tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Ritchie pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up a single earned run in seven consecutive appearances. At the plate, Trott got on base in three of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI, while Ritchie got on base in two of his four plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base. That's the most runs Ritchie has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Avery Jordan was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and five RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Owen Harper, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with five RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Stearns does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Mattanawcook, they will venture away from home to take on Houlton at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Lynx are facing the Shiretowners at the right time seeing as the Shiretowners are stuck on a nine-game losing streak.
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