Casey County extended their losing streak to seven on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-16. They came up short against the Pulaski County Maroons, falling 10-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Maroons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 on Tuesday.
As for Pulaski County, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 10-7. Considering they have won seven games by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Pulaski County's part, Chase Easterly looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. What's more, Easterly posted five strikeouts, the most he's had over his last four contests.
At the plate, Cal Miller was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Pulaski County's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 5-7 when he doesn't). Chase Farmer also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Casey County will head out to challenge Garrard County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pulaski County, they will venture away from home to take on Boyle County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Rebels' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so the Maroons' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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