Big Lake came out on top against St. Francis on Monday thanks in part to the team's impressive six-run seventh inning. The Hornets took their matchup against the Saints 6-3. Surprisingly, this marked the fifth straight game in which the away team has come away the victor in this series.

Brendan Goedker
| 04/20/26 @ St. Francis | 5 |
| 04/10/26 @ Chisago Lakes Area | 3 |
| 06/02/25 @ Totino-Grace | 3 |
| 05/19/25 @ Monticello | 0 |
| 04/29/25 @ Chisago Lakes Area | 5 |
Brendan Goedker made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2025. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season.
In other batting news, Jackson Laroche was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in May of 2025.
Big Lake's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for St. Francis, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Big Lake will face off against Rockford at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rockets' pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so the Hornets' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for St. Francis, they will take on North Branch at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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