Merrill lost to Mosinee back in May of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Monday. The Merrill Bluejays narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Mosinee Indians 8-6.
For Mosinee's part, Keagen Jirschele was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Elliot Yirkovsky, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
The victory got Merrill back to even at 4-4. As for Mosinee, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 9-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Merrill will take on Stevens Point at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Stevens Point will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Merrill surely won't give up without a fight. As for Mosinee, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Marshfield at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last four games Mosinee has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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