Shawnee had lost four straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 4-11 to make it five. They lost 13-4 to the Bellefontaine Chieftains. Surprisingly, this marked the Braves' fourth straight game in which the away team has come away the victor.
Joey Ross made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double. Luke Finnell was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
As for Bellefontaine, they moved to 5-11 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Bellefontaine's side, Brody Boy was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Those three hits gave Boy a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Zylar Huffman, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Shawnee will venture away from home to square off against Urbana at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. The Hillclimbers will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something the Braves surely won't give up without a fight. As for Bellefontaine, they are taking a road trip to face off against Tecumseh at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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