Marshall extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 6-5 in the process. They fell 7-2 to the Newton Eagles. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since May 20, 2022, but that streak is no more.
Marshall saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Reed Ramey, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI.
As for Newton, they pushed their record up to 12-9 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road. The road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.0 runs over those games.
On Newton's side, Carson Barthelme spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits. Barthelme has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Drake Wolf was excellent, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Quincy Fulton, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
Coming up, Marshall will be playing at home against Casey-Westfield at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Newton, they are taking a road trip to challenge Teutopolis at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wooden Shoes' pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so the Eagles' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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