Monroe City had lost five straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 5-7 to make it six. They lost 21-2 to the Macon Tigers. If the Panthers were looking for revenge after losing 12-2 to the Tigers when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Macon, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 11-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven games by six runs or more this season.
For Macon's part, Kennon Isaacson and Preston Burns made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Isaacson pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Burns struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. At the plate, Isaacson got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs and one RBI, while Burns went 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Trey Hatcher was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, ten RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. Grant Meisner was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Monroe City will face off against Northeast at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Macon, they will challenge Highland at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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