Harlan suffered their biggest defeat since March 18th on Friday. They came up short against the Knott County Central Patriots, falling 10-2. The Green Dragons haven't had much luck with the Patriots recently, as the team has come up short the last six times they've met.
Baylor Varner was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the first time he hasn't allowed a single hit since back in April of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
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Varner wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Brody Owens, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one double. Owens is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
Harlan's loss dropped their record down to 11-9. As for Knott County Central, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-9 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Harlan will welcome Williamsburg at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Knott County Central, they will host Perry County Central at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Commodores will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Patriots surely won't give up without a fight.
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