Slater is still winless after their contest against Braymer on Monday, but the team can take solace in the fact it was the closest they've come to winning. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Bobcats. That's two games in a row now that the Wildcats have lost by exactly two runs.
Isaac Larson was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Larson was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Keiton Head made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one home run. He also scored a run, marking his first of the season.
Slater's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Braymer, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-1.
Looking ahead, a feisty cat fight will be fought as Slater Wildcats take on Smithton Tigers at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Braymer, they will be playing at home against Lawson at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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