For the second straight game, Northumberland will face off against Lancaster. The Indians will host the Red Devils at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Northumberland will be looking to extend their current four-game winning streak.
On Tuesday, Northumberland needed a bit of extra time to put away Lancaster. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-7 victory over the Red Devils.
For Lancaster's part, Braelyn Johnson spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and three unearned) runs on five hits.
At the plate, Elizabeth Keyser and Addie George stepped up to the plate in a big way. Keyser scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-4, while George scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances. Keyser is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games she's played.
Lancaster's defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 7-4. As for Northumberland, their win bumped their record up to 4-1.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Northumberland has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .467. However, it's not like Lancaster struggles in that department as they've averaged .603. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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