Des Moines East hasn't had much luck against Ottumwa recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Scarlets will welcome the Bulldogs at 3:30 p.m. Des Moines East has given up an average of 9.5 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Des Moines East lost 11-1 to Urbandale on Friday. The Scarlets have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Ottumwa was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat dating back to last season. They took a 7-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of Oskaloosa.
Des Moines East's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Ottumwa, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-3.
Des Moines East suffered a grim 12-2 defeat to Ottumwa in their previous meeting back in June of 2024. Will the Scarlets have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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