While it was Wheeling who put the first runs on the board on Monday, it was Schaumburg who put up more. The Wildcats took an 8-4 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Saxons. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Saxons apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Wheeling saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Mia Smith, who went 1-for-2 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Alaina Costello was another, going 2-for-4 with one run and one double.
Wheeling has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost ten of their last 11 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-12 record this season. As for Schaumburg, their record now sits at 6-10.
Looking ahead, Wheeling will venture away from home to face off against Conant at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Schaumburg, they will be playing at home against Elk Grove at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday. The Saxons are facing the Grenadiers at the right time seeing as the Grenadiers are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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