Sedgwick County's game on Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Merino Rams by a score of 9-6. This was a revenge match for Sedgwick County, as the team was forced to settle for a 12-2 defeat when these two played on Friday.
The team relied heavily on Jaxon Carlson, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-5. Carlson is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Josh Kler was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
On Merino's side, Coen Schmidt put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. Schmidt was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, Isaac Poe was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 1-for-4. Another player making a difference was Tyler Miller, who scored two runs while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances.
Sedgwick County's win ended an 11-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-3. As for Merino, their record now sits at 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sedgwick County will take on Maxwell at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Sedgwick County is facing Maxwell at the right time seeing as Maxwell is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Merino, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Wiggins at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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