Dearborn extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Wednesday, dropping them down to 0-6. They lost 17-1 to the Stevenson Spartans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Spartans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 on Monday.
As for Stevenson, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 8-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Stevenson's part, Ben Machowicz made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Machowicz has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base.
In other pitching news, Anthony Jendrusik looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Stevenson let Cadon Mason and Dom Jendrusik run wild. Mason went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI, while Jendrusik went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Those two hits gave Mason a new career-high. Gage Henriksen was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two RBI and one double.
Looking ahead, Dearborn will square off against Wayne Memorial at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Stevenson, they will challenge Salem at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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