Wheeling was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They lost 12-6 to the Maine East Blue Demons. Wheeling was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Maine East apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Maine East's part, the team relied heavily on Andrew Merza, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Peter Poggas, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Wheeling's loss dropped their record down to 9-21. As for Maine East, their victory bumped their record up to 6-19.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Wheeling will take on Waukegan at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Maine East, they will play host again on Monday to welcome Mather, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m.
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