Buhler extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-5. They came up short against the Collegiate Spartans, falling 6-0. The contest marked the first time this year in which the Crusaders were not able to get on the board.
As for Collegiate, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-1. That's two games straight that they have won by exactly six runs.
For Collegiate's part, Jacob Stehley made a big impact no matter where he played. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits over 6.2 innings pitched. Stehley has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Carson Malaise was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was his first of the season. Liam McKnight was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
While Buhler had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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