Whetstone's found some homefield redemption this week after a overtime loss to Centennial on Monday. The Braves blew past the Columbus International Lions 15-4. The Braves haven't had any issues with the Lions recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.
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Jillian Nelson and Avery Bair made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Nelson pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Bair tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Nelson has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. At the plate, Nelson got on base in two of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs, while Bair got on base in two of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases and one run. Those two stolen bases gave Nelson a new career-high.
In other batting news, Whetstone got a massive performance out of Gabby Milane, who went 2-for-4 with two triples, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most RBI Milane has posted since back in March. Adonia Balquis also deserves some recognition as she got her first hit of the season.
Whetstone always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .625. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Whetstone's victory bumped their record up to 8-6. As for Columbus International, their loss was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 3-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Whetstone will challenge Worthington Kilbourne at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Braves are facing the Wolves at the right time seeing as the Wolves are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Columbus International, they will face off against Beechcroft at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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