Edison Tech had lost three straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 2-7 to make it four. They lost 13-0 to the Eastridge Lancers. Having soared to a lofty 12 runs in the game before, the Inventors' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
As for Eastridge, the win keeps them at an undefeated 8-0. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 9.1 runs this season.
For Eastridge's part, Nolan O'Neill and Declan Caron made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, O'Neill struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Caron pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Those seven strikeouts gave O'Neill a new career-high. At bat, O'Neill got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run, while Caron went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Eamon Smith was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and two runs. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Edison Tech will square off against Franklin at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Eastridge, they will face off against Greece Olympia/Greece Odyssey at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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