Mechanicsburg extended their postseason success on Thursday against Liberty Union. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Lions, sneaking past 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Indians have posted since April 20th.
Conner Eyink was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in 11 consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
Eyink wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Eli Wilson, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one double.
The victory made it two in a row for Mechanicsburg and bumps their season record up to 21-3. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 3 runs in those games. As for Liberty Union, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 16-11 record this season.
Mechanicsburg will square off against Huntington at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Indians 2.8, the Huntsmen 3.9) so any runs scored will be well earned. Liberty Union does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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