Edgewood is 0-6 against Bedford North Lawrence since April of 2015 but things could change on Thursday. The Mustangs will look to defend their home field against the Stars at 5:30 p.m. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
While Edgewood's victory against Indian Creek wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Mustangs sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over the Braves on Wednesday.
Sam Lawson
| 04/16/25 @ Indian Creek | 3 |
| 04/14/25 vs Terre Haute North Vigo | 2 |
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Sam Lawson was a standout: he scored a run while going 3-for-4. Those three hits gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Will Lawson, who scored two runs while going 2-for-5.
Meanwhile, Bedford North Lawrence got the win against Borden on Tuesday by a conclusive 15-5. With that victory, the Stars brought their scoring average up to 7.5 runs per game.
The team relied heavily on Cal Gates, who scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Tate Tanskley, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI, one run, and one double.
Bedford North Lawrence was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .522. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their batting average total in three consecutive contests.
Bedford North Lawrence's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Edgewood, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Thursday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Edgewood hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .367. However, it's not like Bedford North Lawrence struggles in that department as they've averaged .355. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Edgewood couldn't quite get it done against Bedford North Lawrence when the teams last played back in April of 2024 as they fell 6-2. Will the Mustangs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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