Sycamore couldn't quite beat Milford on Wednesday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the 11-run defeat they were dealt last Wednesday. The Sycamore Aviators fell just short of the Milford Eagles by a score of 7-5. Sycamore has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Milford's part, Joey Buchanan made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off one hit. Buchanan has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in five consecutive pitching appearances. Buchanan was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a home run and two runs.
Buchanan wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Logan Brocki, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.
Sycamore's loss dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Milford, their victory bumped their record up to 12-17.
Sycamore does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Milford, they will head out on the road to challenge Kings at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The last seven games Milford has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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