For the second straight game, Morley Stanwood will face off against Lakeview. The Mohawks will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against the Wildcats at 4:00 p.m. Morley Stanwood has given up an average of 9.8 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Morley Stanwood managed to slip by Lakeview the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Mohawks came up short against the Wildcats on Monday, falling 13-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Mohawks have suffered against the Wildcats since May 22, 2019.
For Lakeview's part, Boston Syrjala spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned runs on eight hits. Syrjala has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jack Peasley was incredible, going a perfect 5-for-5 with eight RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those five hits gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ayden Bunker, who went 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
Lakeview always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .651. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their OBP total in five consecutive contests.
Morley Stanwood has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-9 record this season. As for Lakeview, their victory bumped their record up to 8-10.
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