Benton Central had lost three straight, but after bumping their record up to 6-9 on Wednesday that streak is in the rearview. They skirted past the West Lafayette Red Devils 6-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bison have posted since April 9th.
Spencer Flook spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
Mason Schutter
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At the plate, Mason Schutter was incredible, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. Those two RBI gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Parker Sexton, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one double.
As for West Lafayette, they dropped their record down to 3-9 with the loss, which was their fifth straight on the road. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat they have suffered since April 11th.
On West Lafayette's side, they got a good showing from Mason Ersland, who pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Calvin Snyder was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs. Another player making a difference was Conner Peters, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Looking ahead, Benton Central will challenge Crawfordsville at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for West Lafayette, they will take on North Montgomery at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Red Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Chargin' Chargers have averaged an impressive 8.4 runs per game this season.
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