Two Harbors extended their losing streak to seven on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 1-7 in the process. They took a 6-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Barnum Bombers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Agates of the 14-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Barnum, their record is now 5-2. With that victory, they brought their scoring average up to 6.3 runs per game.
For Barnum's part, Sean Strandberg made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over seven innings pitched. Strandberg was also big at the plate, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Eli Gilbertson was excellent, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Andrew Schlaefer also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Looking ahead, Two Harbors will welcome Cromwell at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Barnum, they will head out on the road to take on Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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