Halstead scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 21-4 margin over the Nickerson Panthers. Considering Halstead has won seven matches by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Zack Gavlak was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Gavlak was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-5.
In other batting news, Kaden Eskins was a standout: he scored three runs while going 2-for-4. Brandon Chege was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in five of his six plate appearances.
Halstead's victory bumped their record up to 7-14. As for Nickerson, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-11-1.
Halstead will have a chance to go back-to-back against Nickerson: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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