Gateway is on a four-game streak of home losses (dating back to last season), Baldwin a six-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Gateway Gators will take on the Baldwin Highlanders at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
On Wednesday, it was a hard-fought contest, but Gateway had to settle for an 8-7 loss against Kiski Area.
Ahmad Harris stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4. Another player making a difference was Noah Colberg, who went 1-for-4 with a stolen base, two RBI, and a double.
Meanwhile, Baldwin fell victim to Butler and their airtight pitching crew on Wednesday. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 7-0 walloping at the hands of the Golden Tornado.
Baldwin saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ethan Hebling, who went 1-for-1 with a stolen base.
Gateway's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Baldwin, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 0-3.
Gateway's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's matchup. Gateway has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.7 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Baldwin, though, as they've been averaging only 1.3. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Gateway continue to outrun the ball? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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