Hercules scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Wednesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Kennedy Eagles an 18-0 shutout. That's more bragging rights for Hercules, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Jason Kao was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over 4.2 innings pitched. Kao was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Kao is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season.
In other batting news, Hercules got a massive performance out of Jordin Broas-Jew, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Evan Mallett was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4.
Hercules' victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-6. As for Kennedy, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7-1.
Hercules will head out on the road to challenge Justin-Siena at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Justin-Siena is coming into the contest with four straight wins at home, so Hercules will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. Kennedy will take on Swett at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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