On Wednesday, the Leon Lions made easy work of the Franklin County Seahawks and carried off a 14-4 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Lions.
Connor Borges was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 4.1 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. That's the fewest hits he has allowed since back in March of 2024. He was even better at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. That's the most runs he has posted since back in February of 2024.
In other batting news, Leon let Caleb Horne and Evans Franco loose on the outfield. Horne scored four runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3, while Franco scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. What's more, Horne also racked up three hits, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Hayden McNeill, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3.
Leon always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .579. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Franklin County only posted an OBP of .393.
Leon's record now sits at 2-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought as the Lions face off against the Cougars at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Franklin County, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Munroe at 6:00 p.m.
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