Wayne extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 2-10. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-11 heartbreaker at the hands of the Piute Thunderbirds. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Thunderbirds this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-3 back in August.
Teagan Flanagan and Blake Peterson stepped up to the plate in a big way. Flanagan went 3-for-4 with three RBI and one stolen base, while Peterson went 2-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Another player making a difference was RJ Pauu, who went 2-for-5 with two stolen bases and three runs.
As for Piute, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since August 9th.
On Piute's side, Blake Dalton was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Dalton has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and one double.
In other batting news, Nash Fautin was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Piute is undefeated when Fautin posts two or more runs, but 3-5 otherwise. Bodie Gayler was another key player, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Wayne is set to square off against their familiar foe Pinnacle at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Piute will take on rival Bryce Valley at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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