The Clinton Dragons will head out on the road to face off against the Anderson County Mavericks at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Clinton is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
On Monday, Clinton had just enough and edged Anderson County out 6-4.
Harrison Shelton made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed six innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. Shelton was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three RBI.
Shelton wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Dallas Beets, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI. Another player making a difference was Alex Duggins, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
The victory got Clinton back to even at 4-4. As for Anderson County, they now have a losing record at 4-5.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Tuesday as both teams have some strikeout artists on the roster. Clinton has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 7.5 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Anderson County struggles in that department as they've been averaging 7.4 per game. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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