The Lakeland Dreadnaughts will take on the Lake Wales Highlanders at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Lakeland came up short against Berkeley Prep on Tuesday, falling 15-6. The Dreadnaughts have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Lakeland saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Caleb Diaz, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI. Another was CLAY EICHLIN, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for Lake Wales' offense. They lost 10-0 to Lakeland Christian on Tuesday. The loss continues a trend for the Highlanders in their matchups with the Vikings: they've now lost nine in a row.
Lake Wales' defeat dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Lakeland, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Lakeland's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's matchup. Lakeland has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.3 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Lake Wales, though, as they've been averaging only 0.5 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Lakeland continue to outrun the ball?
Lakeland came up short against Lake Wales in their previous matchup back in April of 2024, falling 4-1. Will Lakeland have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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