St. Michael extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping them down to 3-5. They came up short against the Joseph City Wildcats, falling 16-0. The matchup marked the first time this season in which the Cardinals were not able to get on the board.
As for Joseph City, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-1-1. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Joseph City's part, Kyan Larsen made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. Larsen has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with four runs, one stolen base, and one double. That double marked the first that he has hit this season.
In other batting news, Kase Fish was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Another player making a difference was Justin Gardner, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
While St. Michael had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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