Calumet is 0-3 against Hancock since April of 2024 but things could change on Monday. The Copper Kings will be playing in front of their home fans against the Bulldogs at 4:00 p.m. Calumet will be looking to extend their current four-game winning streak.
Calumet's pitching crew heads into the matchup hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 14-0 margin over Jeffers. That 14 run margin sets a new team best for the Copper Kings this season.
Lena Myhren made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out six over four innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Chloe Coppo
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| 04/26/25 @ Menominee | 1 |
| 04/26/25 vs Hurley | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Chloe Coppo, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Jaysa Wilks, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Meanwhile, it may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Hancock ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They skirted past Kingsford 5-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bulldogs have posted since May 6, 2024.
Calumet pushed their record up to 5-3 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. The road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.0 runs over those games. As for Hancock, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
Calumet might still be hurting after the 14-4 loss they got from Hancock in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Will the Copper Kings have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
