Lincoln Northeast came into Tuesday's contest having lost seven straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Omaha Northwest Huskies a 21-0 shutout on Tuesday. That's more bragging rights for Lincoln Northeast, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Jordan Lemon made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Lemon has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Lemon was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Will Carlson looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, Cooper Thelen was a standout: he went 4-for-5 with five RBI, three runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Colton Sims, who went 2-for-5 with three runs, four RBI, and a triple.
Lincoln Northeast's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-21. As for Omaha Northwest, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 12 of their last 13 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-20 record this season.
Lincoln Northeast will head out on the road to challenge Millard North at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Omaha Northwest, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Millard South at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Millard South's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Omaha Northwest's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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