Cabell Midland had lost four straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 17-14 to make it five. They fell just short of the Parkersburg South Patriots by a score of 5-4. The Knights were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Patriots earlier this season, when they won 2-1.
As for Parkersburg South, their win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 10-19. That's two games straight that they have won by just one run.
For Parkersburg South's part, Seth Menarchek spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits. Menarchek has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, CJ McCartney was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Peyton West, who went 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Cabell Midland will be playing at home against Spring Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Parkersburg South, they are taking a road trip to take on Ripley at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season.
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