For the second straight game, Kelly will face off against Agricultural Science. The Trojans will take on the Cyclones at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Kelly has won three straight at home, while Agricultural Science won seven straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
Kelly lost 17-1 to Agricultural Science on Tuesday. The contest marked the Trojans' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
For Agricultural Science's part, they got a massive performance out of Aiden Kessenich, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. Kessenich has been hot recently, having posted three or more stolen bases the last four times he's played. Jarius Simmons -Watson was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Agricultural Science always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .833. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Kelly only posted an OBP of .200.
Agricultural Science is on a roll lately: they've won 14 of their last 15 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-3-2 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.7 runs over those games. As for Kelly, their loss dropped their record down to 11-4.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Kelly has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .556. However, it's not like Agricultural Science struggles in that department as they've averaged .571. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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