Midwest Central extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 2-10 in the process. They lost 16-0 to the Farmington Farmers. If the Raiders were looking for revenge after losing 12-10 to the Farmers when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Farmington, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 13-3. The result was nothing new for the Farmers, who have now won nine matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
For Farmington's part, Lane Wheelwright made a big impact no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Wheelwright has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Brody Evans was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and one stolen base. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. Henry Easley also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
Coming up, Midwest Central will square off against Illini Bluffs at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Farmington, they will welcome Peoria Heights at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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