Lewis County had already won six in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6.3 runs), and they went ahead and made it seven on Monday. They had just enough and edged the Philip Barbour Colts out 4-3. That's more bragging rights for Lewis County, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Trenton Hunt made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits (and not a single walk). Hunt has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Hunt was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Luke Clem was excellent, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two runs.
On Philip Barbour's side, Tyler Sisson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a triple and a run.
Lewis County's win was their seventh straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 11-2. As for Philip Barbour, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-6.
Lewis County will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Elkins at 7:30 p.m. Lewis County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season. As for Philip Barbour, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Robert C. Byrd at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Robert C. Byrd is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season.
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