Havana lost a heartbreaker to Illini Bluffs when they met back in May of 2016, and they left with a heavy heart again on Thursday. The Ducks took a 4-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tigers. The Ducks have struggled against the Tigers recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost meeting.
Carter Brooks
| 05/08/25 vs Illini Bluffs | 2 |
| 04/29/25 @ Brimfield | 1 |
| 04/21/25 vs West Prairie | 2 |
| 04/15/25 @ Beardstown | 2 |
Carter Brooks spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up six Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
Havana's loss dropped their record down to 8-15. As for Illini Bluffs, they are on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-5 record this season.
Havana will be playing at home against Cuba/Spoon River Valley at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Illini Bluffs, they will challenge Peoria Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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