Idaho Falls was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They fell victim to a rough 16-5 loss at the hands of the Skyline Grizzlies. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Idaho Falls of the 7-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on Wednesday.
For Skyline's part, Jacobus Klein was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over 5.2 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Klein has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Klein was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances.
In other batting news, Isaac Galbreaith and Bryson Schwedes did most of the damage at the plate: Galbreaith scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-5, while Schwedes went 2-for-5 with six RBI and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Hayden Nahay, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Idaho Falls' loss dropped their record down to 4-17. As for Skyline, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 14-8.
Idaho Falls does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Skyline also has no future games currently scheduled.
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