Kettering is 2-8 against Walled Lake Central since April of 2021 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Captains will welcome the Vikings at 4:00 p.m. Kettering will be looking to extend their current three-game winning streak.
On Monday, Kettering got the win against Mott by a conclusive 11-2.
BRADY TOLKE and CARSON REKAR made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, TOLKE tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, REKAR pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. TOLKE has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. At bat, TOLKE went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while REKAR went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most stolen bases REKAR has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on DEAN SHEPARD, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in April. ZACH HELKA was another key player, earning two runs and two stolen bases.
Kettering hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Mott struck out nine times.
Meanwhile, Walled Lake Central lost 11-5 to Milford on Saturday.
Kettering's victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 18-13. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games. As for Walled Lake Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-13-1 record this season.
Kettering couldn't quite get it done against Walled Lake Central in their previous matchup back in May of 2024 as they fell 13-9. Will the Captains have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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