Muncie Burris had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 0-7 to make it seven. They lost 19-3 to the Purdue Broad Ripple Lynx. The Owls were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lynx apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Griffin Neuman was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. That stolen base marked the first that he has snagged this season.
As for Purdue Broad Ripple, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 8-4. Considering they have won seven contests by more than six runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Purdue Broad Ripple's side, Kyler Jones was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Jones has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with five stolen bases, four runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Hayden Holder was incredible, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with two triples, three RBI, and one stolen base. What's more, he posted three hits, the most he's had since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Ryan Smith, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Muncie Burris will face off against Anderson Prep Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Purdue Broad Ripple, they will welcome Union at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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