Pinckneyville had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Frankfort Redbirds on Monday and snuck past 4-3. The win was just what Pinckneyville needed coming off of a 10-1 defeat in their prior match.
Riley Mohr made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 11 over seven innings pitched. Mohr has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Mohr was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Lucas Lietz was incredible, scoring a run and stealing four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Aaron Rixmann, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Pinckneyville's victory bumped their record up to 4-7. As for Frankfort, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Pinckneyville will face off against DuQuoin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. DuQuoin will roll in looking for their 14th straight win, something Pinckneyville surely won't give up without a fight. As for Frankfort, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Nashville at 4:30 p.m. Nashville is coming into the contest with four straight victories on the road, so Frankfort will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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