The Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet Royals will head out on the road to challenge the Lawson Lightning at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet has given up an average of 10.6 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Friday just wasn't the day for Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet's offense. They came up short against Christ Presbyterian Academy on Friday, falling 12-0. The Royals have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Lawson lost 15-5 to Franklin on Friday.
Joi Stewart made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Katie Greer, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet's defeat dropped their record down to 6-4. As for Lawson, their loss dropped their record down to 4-6.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .589. However, it's not like Lawson struggles in that department as they've averaged .594. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet suffered a grim 16-1 defeat to Lawson in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Can Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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