Manchester hit Michigan Center with a four-run first inning on Friday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Cardinals fell just short of the Flying Dutchmen by a score of 6-5. The Cardinals were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Flying Dutchmen apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Miles Stewart made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Levi Layher, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Michigan Center is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-17-1. As for Manchester, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Michigan Center will square off against Homer at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Trojans have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.76 runs per game on average), something the Cardinals will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Manchester, they will take on Jonesville at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Comets will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Flying Dutchmen surely won't give up without a fight.
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