Sullivan dropped their record down to 12-12 on Thursday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They fell just short of the Owensville Dutchmen by a score of 4-3. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Dutchmen apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Owensville, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 7-8. The game was the first time they have beaten Sullivan on their field since April 26, 2021.
For Owensville's part, Chase Weirich made a big impact no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over four innings pitched. Weirich also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Owensville is 3-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 4-7 otherwise. Weirich was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one home run and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jaden Gerlemann, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three stolen bases and one run. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Zaiden Gates, who earned one run and two stolen bases.
Looking ahead, Sullivan will challenge Eldon at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Owensville, they will take on New Haven at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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