Mark Twain is 2-7 against Silex since April of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Monday. The Tigers will host the Owls at 5:00 p.m. Mark Twain has given up an average of 13.4 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Mark Twain is headed into Monday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their sixth straight game dating back to last season on Thursday. They lost 17-5 to Bowling Green.
Eli Snodgrass was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one triple and one RBI. Landen Armour was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
The home team had come away the winner the last seven times Silex and Elsberry had met, but sadly for the fans who attended this one that wasn't the case. The Owls never let the Indians get on the board and left with a 10-0 victory on Tuesday. The game was the first time the Owls have beaten the Indians on their field since May 8, 2018.
Chase Mullen made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up a single earned run in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Chase Vehige, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Joe Dameron, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Silex's win bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Mark Twain, their loss dropped their record down to 0-5.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Monday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Mark Twain has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 6.8 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Silex struggles in that department as they've been averaging 9.8 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Mark Twain might still be hurting after the 10-2 defeat they got from Silex in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Will the Tigers 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.
