For the second straight game, Exeter will face off against Washington Union. The Monarchs will challenge the Panthers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Exeter is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season.
Exeter is probably headed into the matchup with a chip on their shoulder considering Washington Union just ended the team's four-game winning streak on Wednesday. They took a 5-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Panthers.
For Washington Union's part, Cole Roth was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs Roth has posted since back in March.
Washington Union is on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight games. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-5 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games. As for Exeter, their loss dropped their record down to 16-6.
Washington Union's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Exeter has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .439. It's a different story for Washington Union, though, as they've only averaged .344. Will they be able to contain Exeter's hitters? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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