Minooka came tearing into Wednesday's match with ten straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7.2 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They never let the Oswego Panthers onto the board and left with a 7-0 victory. Minooka might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won six contests by seven runs or more this season.
The result came thanks to Taylor Mackin's shutout, as she gave up just five hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than seven innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Madison Kelly was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Gracie Anderson was another key contributor, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with a home run.
Minooka pushed their record up to 12-1-1 with that win, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Oswego, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season.
Minooka will face off against West Aurora at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Minooka is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.9 runs per game this season. As for Oswego, they will be playing at home against Oswego East at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Oswego is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season.
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