Heritage hasn't had much luck against Prairie recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Timberwolves will be playing in front of their home fans against the Falcons at 4:30 p.m. Heritage has given up an average of 7.8 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Columbia River hit Heritage with a nine-run second inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Timberwolves lost 15-8 to the Rapids.
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Kylie Thomas and Jaila Ellis stepped up to the plate in a big way. Thomas went 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs, while Ellis went 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. Ellis is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last five games she's played. Skyler Jones was another key player, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs and three doubles.
Meanwhile, after a string of eight wins, Prairie's good fortune finally ran out on Tuesday. They fell just short of Mark Morris by a score of 1-0.
Mackenzie Moore spent all 7.2 innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up 14 Ks.
Prairie's loss dropped their record down to 14-5. As for Heritage, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-9.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Friday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Heritage has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8.2 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Prairie struggles in that department as they've been averaging 8.6 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Heritage couldn't quite get it done against Prairie when the teams last played back in April as they fell 5-1. Will the Timberwolves have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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