Newark scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They walked away with an 8-3 win over the Midlakes Screaming Eagles. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Newark.
Cody Forjone was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits. Forjone was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Justin Herman was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Devin Littlefield, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Newark's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-7. As for Midlakes, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Newark will head out on the road to square off against Geneva at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday. Newark will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last. As for Midlakes, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Finney at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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