Dundalk had lost six straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-13 to make it seven. They lost 12-0 to the Western Tech & Environmental Science Wolverines. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wolverines this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-1 back in March.
As for Western Tech & Environmental Science, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-7 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.3 runs on average over those games.
For Western Tech & Environmental Science's part, Connor Brown and Jamie House made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Brown tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, House tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Brown has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive appearances. At the plate, Brown got on base in all four of his plate appearances with one stolen base, while House went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. House has become a key player for Western Tech & Environmental Science: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 3-7 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Anthony Slaughter, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Braylon Sargent, who went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Dundalk will challenge Parkville at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Knights will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Owls surely won't give up without a fight. As for Western Tech & Environmental Science, they will take on Lansdowne at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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