Johnson Creek barely beat Palmyra-Eagle the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Bluejays blew past the Panthers 12-2 on Thursday. The result was nothing new for the Bluejays, who have now won three matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Tori Buglass was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, one triple, and one run.
In other batting news, Lainey Benz was incredible, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Madi Brigowatz, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Johnson Creek kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least ten hits in five consecutive games.
Bluejays
| 04/10/25 vs Palmyra-Eagle | 12-2 |
| 04/08/25 vs Williams Bay | 18-9 |
| 04/05/25 vs Whitewater | 10-9 |
| 04/04/25 vs Horicon | 7-6 |
| 05/23/24 vs Hilbert | 8-1 |
| 05/21/24 vs Rio | 17-2 |
Johnson Creek's victory was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-1. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 12.0 runs this season. As for Palmyra-Eagle, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Johnson Creek will head out to square off against Poynette at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pumas will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something the Bluejays surely won't give up without a fight. As for Palmyra-Eagle, they will venture away from home to challenge Delavan-Darien at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers are facing the Comets at the right time seeing as the Comets are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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