Lake Station Edison scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. They were the clear victor by an 18-2 margin over the Gary West Side Cougars. The high-scoring effort was just what Lake Station Edison needed considering they were shutout in their previous match.
Aiden Rowan was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Rowan has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive pitching appearances. Rowan was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, a stolen base, and a double.
In other batting news, Jordan Hastings was a standout: he scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Clayton Hammons, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3.
On Gary West Side's side, Ladarrion Newell made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole four bases while getting on base in all two of his plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Alonzo Baily, who got on base in all two of his plate appearances with two stolen bases.
Lake Station Edison's victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-11. As for Gary West Side, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-17.
Lake Station Edison will have a chance to go back-to-back against Gary West Side: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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