New Town extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-2 in the process. They lost 19-0 to the Bottineau Braves/Stars. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 27-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Bottineau, they pushed their record up to 3-1 with the win, which was their eighth straight on the road dating back to last season. Those road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 17.0 runs over those games.
For Bottineau's part, Kaia Hennings made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. Hennings has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than 11 strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Kamryn Allard was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, two triples, and five RBI. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. Another player making a difference was Harleigh Parisien, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. New Town will host Ray at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Bottineau, they will welcome Glenburn at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Panther have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.75 runs per game on average), something the Braves/Stars will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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