The Center Vikings will face off against the Cedaredge Bruins at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Center has now lost 13 straight, leaving the team hunting for their first win since March 15.
Center came up short against Ignacio on Saturday, falling 25-2.
Noah Swanson was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two stolen bases, one double, and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season.
Meanwhile, after a string of 13 wins, Cedaredge's good fortune finally ran out on Tuesday. They fell just short of North Fork by a score of 2-0. The Bruins were red-hot at the plate heading into the matchup (they scored no less than ten runs in the eight contests prior), but the Miners' pitcher proved too tough.
Brady Cooper spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on three hits and racked up seven Ks. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in seven consecutive appearances.
Center's defeat dropped their record down to 1-13. As for Cedaredge, their loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 6-1 and their overall record down to 13-2.
Wednesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Center has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .448. However, it's not like Cedaredge struggles in that department as they've averaged .473. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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