The Forest Park Panthers will challenge the Mays Raiders at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have had a bumpy ride up to this point with three consecutive losses for Forest Park and eight for Mays.
Last Monday, Forest Park came up short against Midtown and fell 10-6.
Andre Turnipseed and Jaheem Williams did some serious damage despite the final result: Turnipseed scored two runs and stole Two bases. while going 1-for-4, while Williams scored a run and stole Two bases. while going 2-for-3. What's more, Williams posted three RBI, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Jacoby Hendricks, who scored a run and stole Three bases. while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Mays lost 25-7 to Pace Academy on Tuesday.
Mays saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Tyson Williams, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Mays' loss dropped their record down to 4-10. As for Forest Park, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-5.
Wednesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Forest Park has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .473. However, it's not like Mays struggles in that department as they've averaged .448. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Forest Park might still be hurting after the 12-0 loss they got from Mays in their previous matchup back in February of 2019. Will Forest Park have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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