It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Franklin ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They skirted past the Lincoln Cardinals 7-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Lightning have posted since March 24, 2025.
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| 04/02/26 - Home | 7-6 W |
| 05/06/25 - Home | 10-13 L |
| 04/03/25 - Home | 16-6 W |
| 05/08/24 - Away | 16-4 W |
| 04/24/24 - Home | 17-2 W |
| + 5 more games |
Franklin's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Lincoln, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Coincidentally, Franklin and Lincoln will both be playing Ida B. Wells the next time they take the field. The Cardinals will head out to face the Guardians at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, while the Lightning will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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