Filer is 2-8 against Kimberly since March of 2022 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Wednesday. The Filer Wildcats will be staying on the road to face off against the Kimberly Bulldogs at 4:00 p.m. Filer is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season.
Filer lost 14-6 to Kimberly on Wednesday.
For Kimberly's part, Mallory Kelsey made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over seven innings pitched. Kelsey has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Kelsey was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emily Hanchey, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a triple. Emma Chavez was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
Filer's record is now 7-14. As for Kimberly, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 17-5.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Wednesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Filer has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Kimberly struggles in that department as they've been averaging 4.5. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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