Columbus extended their losing streak to five on Tuesday, dropping them down to 5-17. They lost 12-3 to the Norfolk Panthers. Unfortunately, that's the fourth time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, with their most recent defeat being a 13-3 loss on Saturday.
Columbus saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Olivia Schaefer, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI.
As for Norfolk, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 13-18. The result was nothing new for the Panthers, who have now won ten matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
On Norfolk's side, Carlie Brandt spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits and racked up nine Ks. Brandt has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 14 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Brynn Peterson was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. Jenna Allen was another key player, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, two doubles, and one run.
While Columbus 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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