Electra came tearing into Friday's game with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 15.3 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They were the clear victor by a 13-3 margin over the Harrold Hornets. The result was nothing new for Electra, who have now won eight matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Jeremiah Murphy and Brayden Turner made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Murphy tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Turner pitched four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. At bat, Murphy scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4, while Turner went 3-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Collin McKiddy, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Brayden Huffstutler, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Electra is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine contests, which provided a nice bump to their 10-4 record this season. As for Harrold, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Electra will head out on the road to face off against Northside at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Northside will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Electra surely won't give up without a fight. Harrold does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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