In what's become a running theme this season, Manitowoc Lutheran gave their fans yet another huge win on Monday. They never let the Hilbert Wolves onto the board and left with a 16-0 victory. Manitowoc Lutheran's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Logan Haupt made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over four innings pitched. Haupt has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Haupt was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brayden Zirbel, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Caden Stanzel, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
On Hilbert's side, they saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Zander Kopp, who went 1-for-3 with a stolen base.
Manitowoc Lutheran's win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-2. As for Hilbert, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Manitowoc Lutheran will challenge Oostburg at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Manitowoc Lutheran's pitching crew has only allowed 2.8 runs per game this season, so Oostburg's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Hilbert, they will head out on the road to take on Manitowoc Lutheran at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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