Maplewood extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 7-6 in the process. They came up short against the Lakeview Sailors, falling 14-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Sailors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in April.
As for Lakeview, they pushed their record up to 11-3 with the victory, which was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.4 runs on average this season.
For Lakeview's part, Maddox Bell made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. Bell has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Lakeview got a massive performance out of Parker Montgomery, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That home run was Montgomery's first of the season. Cody Fagley was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three RBI and two runs.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Maplewood will challenge rival Cambridge Springs at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Lakeview is set to take on their familiar foe Rocky Grove at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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