Hinsdale Central extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 10-14 in the process. They lost 8-2 to the Lyons Lions. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Lions this season, with their most recent loss being a 11-1 defeat on Tuesday.
As for Lyons, they have been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-6 record this season. Considering they have won 14 matches by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Lyons' part, Jack Slightom tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts Slightom has posted since back in April.
At the plate, Lon Roberts was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lou Ratcliffe, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hinsdale Central will face off against York at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Lyons, they will venture away from home to challenge Willowbrook at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Warriors will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Lions surely won't give up without a fight.
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