Elkhorn is 4-0 against Mount Michael Benedictine since May of 2017, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Elkhorn Antlers will look to defend their home field against the Mount Michael Benedictine Knights. The last three games Elkhorn has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
Last Monday, Elkhorn narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past Lincoln Northwest 3-2.
Gil Schroeder and Ryan Ellison were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Schroeder struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Meanwhile, Ellison struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Schroeder scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-5, while Ellison went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, Elliot Beister was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Mount Michael Benedictine fell victim to Waverly and their airtight pitching crew on Monday. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 16-0 walloping at the hands of the Vikings. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Mount Michael Benedictine in their matchups with Waverly: they've now lost five in a row.
The win got Elkhorn back to even at 9-9. As for Mount Michael Benedictine, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-9.
Elkhorn beat Mount Michael Benedictine 6-3 when the teams last played back in April of 2023. Will Elkhorn repeat their success, or does Mount Michael Benedictine have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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