Indian Trail had lost three straight at home, but on Saturday they dropped their record down to 12-10 to make it four. They took a 4-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Mukwonago Indians. While getting shut out isn't ideal, the Hawks haven't been shut out since back in April.
Indian Trail got a good showing from Cade Minatto, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the fewest hits Minatto has allowed since back in April.
As for Mukwonago, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-5 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.5 runs on average over those games.
On Mukwonago's side, the result came thanks to Ben Jones's shutout, as he gave up just a hit and racked up seven Ks. Jones has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Tyler Smieska and Braedon Vogds did most of the damage at the plate: Smieska went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and two RBI, while Vogds went 2-for-4 with two doubles and one run. That's the most stolen bases Smieska has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Austin Arnold, who went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases.
Looking ahead, Indian Trail will be playing in front of their home fans against Racine Park at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Hawks are facing the Panthers at the right time seeing as the Panthers are stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Mukwonago, they will venture away from home to square off against Oconomowoc at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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