Proviso East extended their losing streak to 21 on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 3-23 in the process. They lost 10-0 to the York Dukes. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Pirates of the 24-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
As for York, they moved to 19-9 with that win, which also ended their four-game losing streak. Considering they have won ten games by more than five runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
For York's part, Nathan Rickenbrode looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Rickenbrode posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Luke Pieczynski, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April. Evan Mendiola was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Proviso East will welcome Berwyn/Cicero Morton at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Mustangs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed eight runs per game on average), something the Pirates will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for York, they will be playing at home against Downers Grove North at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Dukes' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Trojans have averaged an impressive 8.4 runs per game this season.
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