Lakeland had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 10-5 victory over the Carbondale Area Chargers on Saturday. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Lakeland has managed all season.
Justin King looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Jake McFarland, who scored a run while going 3-for-3. Gavin Zellers was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Lakeland's victory ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-10. As for Carbondale Area, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lakeland will take on Riverside at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Riverside will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Lakeland surely won't give up without a fight. As for Carbondale Area, they will play host again on Monday to welcome Blue Ridge, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Carbondale Area is facing Blue Ridge at the right time seeing as Blue Ridge is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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