Tri-County North took a nine-run loss the last time they faced off against Miami East, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Panthers narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Vikings 3-2. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Panthers.
Gabe Heltsley was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off eight hits. Heltsley was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April.
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Heltsley wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Ben Knife, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Knife has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. Jack Puchalski also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Tri-County North's record is now 15-7. As for Miami East, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-12 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Tri-County North will venture away from home to challenge Northwestern at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Miami East, they will be taking part in a tournament against Madison at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Vikings' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mohawks have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season.
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