Middlesboro extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 15 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-11 in the process. They lost 12-0 to the Harlan Green Dragons. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Green Dragons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-2 on Tuesday.
As for Harlan, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a massive bump to their 8-7 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.2 runs on average over those games.
For Harlan's part, Baylor Varner was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and one double. Varner has become a key player for the Green Dragons: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 4-7 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Brody Owens, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Middlesboro will challenge Pineville at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Harlan, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Whitley County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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