Washburn came out on top against Ashland on Monday thanks in part to the team's impressive eight-run third inning. The Beavers blew past the Hornets 14-4. The Beavers haven't had any issues with the Hornets recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.
Damien DuMont spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and three unearned) runs on four hits and racked up six Ks. Washburn is 2-1 when DuMont allows two or fewer earned runs, but 4-7 otherwise.
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On the hitting side, Washburn got a massive performance out of Blake King, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with two runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. Those two doubles gave King a new career-high. Brayden Barnard was another key player, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Washburn always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .525. They are 2-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Washburn's win bumped their record up to 6-8. As for Ashland, their loss was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-8.
Washburn does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Ashland, they will head out on the road to face off against Southern Aroostook at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Hornets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Warriors have averaged an impressive 7.5 runs per game this season.
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