Buena Vista had lost 22 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-19 to make it 23. They came up short against the South Sioux City Cardinals, falling 10-0. If the Bison were looking for revenge after losing 18-0 to the Cardinals when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for South Sioux City, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 6-8. The result was nothing new for the Cardinals, who have now won five matches by six runs or more so far this season.
For South Sioux City's part, Darrius Helms made a splash no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out six over five innings pitched. Helms also tossed no walks, which is notable because South Sioux City is 4-2 when he allows at most two walks, but 2-6 otherwise. Helms was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Braden Barnett, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2024. Colten Burns also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Buena Vista will face off against Benson at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Bison are facing the Bunnies at the right time seeing as the Bunnies are stuck on a 17-game losing streak. As for South Sioux City, they will challenge Roncalli Catholic at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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