McKenzie extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 5-13. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Laurel Hill Hoboes. The Tigers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Hoboes earlier this season, when they won 11-5.
As for Laurel Hill, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-15 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.8 runs over those games.
For Laurel Hill's part, Anthony Spera was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with one home run, three stolen bases, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Nathan Gemina, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one double, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, McKenzie will head out to face off against Brantley on Thursday. As for Laurel Hill, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Rocky Bayou Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Hoboes' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season.
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