Crosby-Ironton had to endure a nine-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Pine City Dragons on Monday as the Crosby-Ironton Rangers made off with a 13-7 win. The high-scoring effort was just what Crosby-Ironton needed considering they were shutout in their previous game.
Tori Oehrlein made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over eight innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off six hits. Oehrlein was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Ava Bourdage was incredible, going 4-for-6 with a home run, two triples, and three runs. Another player making a difference was Kirsten Nixon, who scored a run while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Crosby-Ironton made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-4. As for Pine City, they dropped their record down to 0-3 with that loss, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Crosby-Ironton will take on Staples-Motley at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Pine City, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Ogilvie, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m.
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