After a string of four wins, Loveland's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They fell just short of the Butler Aviators by a score of 1-0. Considering the last time Loveland couldn't score was back in April, the team can't take the result too hard.
Drew Oerther spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up 12 Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Loveland's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 21-9. As for Butler, their win was their 11th straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 25-6.
While Loveland had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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