Blum extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 3-10. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 12-10 heartbreaker at the hands of the Covington Owls. The Bobcats were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Owls earlier this season, when they won 13-6.
As for Covington, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since March 10th.
For Covington's part, Joseph Vierra made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched two innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. Vierra has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one hit in four consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Keith Karlicek, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Covington's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 0-10 when he doesn't). Drayden Rejcek also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Covington beat Blum by a score of 18-11 later that day.
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