Martinsville extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 0-8 in the process. They fell 4-0 to the Plainfield Quakers. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since April 19, 2023, but that streak is no more.
Jaxton Proctor spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered four earned runs on seven hits and racked up seven Ks.
As for Plainfield, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-4. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 0 runs in those games.
On Plainfield's side, Gavin Lykins was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Lykins has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one home run.
In other pitching news, Greyson Hardin looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Zach Rhoden, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases and one run. That's the most hits he has posted since back in May of 2024.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Martinsville will face off against Whiteland at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Plainfield, they will challenge Terre Haute South Vigo at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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