After a string of seven wins, New Prague's good fortune finally ran out on Friday. They fell just short of the Chaska Hawks by a score of 4-3. New Prague was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Chaska apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Jordyn Marsh was huge no matter where she played even without the win. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over 6.2 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. Marsh has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season. Marsh was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
Even though they lost, New Prague hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Chaska struck out ten times.
On Chaska's side, Allana Benoit spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on four hits.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Corina Coppersmith, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
New Prague's defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 7-1. As for Chaska, their victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 7-1.
New Prague will head out on the road to face off against St. Louis Park at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. New Prague's pitching crew has only allowed 1.2 runs per game this season, so St. Louis Park's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Chaska, they will be playing at home against Waconia at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Chaska is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season.
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