While Frankfort didn't have the best season last year (they finished 13-18), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Nashville Hornets 8-6. This was payback for the Redbirds, who suffered an 8-6 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Annabelle Hopkins
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Annabelle Hopkins spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and one unearned) runs on 12 hits and racked up nine Ks. Those nine strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Lainee Dunston, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and four RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Makayla Joyner, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Frankfort pushed their record up to 9-2 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road. Those road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.3 runs over those games. As for Nashville, they are on a seven-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Frankfort will face off against Eldorado at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 20.5 runs per game on average), something the Redbirds will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Nashville, they will take on Murphysboro at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Hornets are facing the Red Devils at the right time seeing as the Red Devils are stuck on an eight-game losing streak.
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