Wheeler scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They came out on top against the Whiting Oilers by a score of 17-13. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Wheeler considering their two-run performance the game before.
David Lindlow tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits.
At the plate, Tyler Hughes was incredible, going 1-for-4 with four RBI, a run, and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of Nick Bravo, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
On Whiting's side, Beau Harbin stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he scored a run while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Alex Rodriguez, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Wheeler now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Whiting, they dropped their record down to 1-6 with that defeat, which was their third straight at home.
Wheeler will take on Hammond Bishop Noll at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hammond Bishop Noll and Wheeler are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads. As for Whiting, they will head out on the road to take on Calumet New Tech at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Whiting is facing Calumet New Tech at the right time seeing as Calumet New Tech is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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