In what's become a running theme this season, Central gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 7-1 margin over the Baker Gators. Winning may never get old, but Central sure is getting used to it with their sixth in a row.
Justin Smarr and Dylen Houk made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Smarr didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Meanwhile, Houk tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Smarr has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Smarr scored a run while going 2-for-3, while Houk scored a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Brayden Faust was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.
Central's victory was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-1. As for Baker, their defeat dropped their record down to 14-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Destin at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Destin is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season. As for Baker, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Jay at 6:30 p.m. Baker is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.8 runs per game this season.
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