Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Punxsutawney couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They fell just short of the Elizabeth Forward Warriors by a score of 5-3 on Monday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Chucks have suffered since June 10, 2024.
Punxsutawney saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lucas Silverstein, who went 1-for-2 with two runs. Nate Kendrick also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Punxsutawney's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 17-5. As for Elizabeth Forward, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-4 record this season.
Punxsutawney does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Elizabeth Forward, they will venture away from home to face off against East Pennsboro at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their 23rd straight victory, something the Warriors surely won't give up without a fight.
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