Lake Forest extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 12-16 in the process. They lost 11-2 to the Libertyville Wildcats. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-0 on Monday.
Lake Forest got a good showing from Andrew Marks, who pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the fewest hits Marks has allowed since back in April.
On the hitting side, Bink Hartline made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Jack Lamberti also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
As for Libertyville, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won nine of their last ten matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 26-3 record this season. Considering they have won 16 games by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
On Libertyville's side, Chase Lockwood made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Lockwood has been consistent for a while: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one home run and four RBI. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Cole Lockwood was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in March. Quinn Schambow was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases and two runs.
Coming up, Lake Forest will venture away from home to square off against Johnsburg at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Skyhawks' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Scouts' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Libertyville, they will head out on the road to face off against Huntley at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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