Palatine lost a close one when they played back in March but unfortunately for them the loss they were handed on on Friday was a bit more commanding. They fell victim to a tough 11-2 defeat at the hands of the Glenbrook South Titans. Palatine's loss continues an unfortunate trend for the team, making it four in a row.
For Glenbrook South's part, Trey Ryno made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Ryno was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Blake Hoffer looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run but no hits (he also only allowed one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Anthony Nottage, who scored three runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Jamie Rasmussen, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Palatine's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Glenbrook South, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Palatine will head out on the road to take on Niles North at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Niles North will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Palatine surely won't give up without a fight. As for Glenbrook South, they will head out on the road to square off against Elk Grove at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Glenbrook South is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
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