The Millburn Millers will head out to challenge the Payne Tech Lions at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Millburn has given up an average of 7.1 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Millburn came up short against Montclair Kimberley Academy on Monday, falling 13-3.
Millburn saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Zoe Barnett, who went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases.
Meanwhile, Payne Tech got the win against Belleville on Monday by a conclusive 19-9. The Lions might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won ten games by eight runs or more this season.
Anais Soto was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, four runs, and four RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Amarilis Negron, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Payne Tech's record now sits at 11-6. As for Millburn, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Millburn has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .440. However, it's not like Payne Tech struggles in that department as they've averaged .489. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Millburn suffered a grim 12-1 defeat to Payne Tech in their previous meeting back in April. Can the Millers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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