Seneca had lost five straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 5-10 to make it six. They lost 15-0 to the Normal University Pioneers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Fighting Irish of the 11-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Normal University, they are on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last ten matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-2 record this season. The result was nothing new for Normal University, who have now won 11 contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Normal University's part, Colton Carpenter looked comfortable as he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Carpenter has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Normal University got a massive performance out of Wes Thompson, who went 2-for-4 with four RBI, one run, and one double. Those four RBI gave Thompson a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Bodey Klemmenson, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Seneca will square off against Streator at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Normal University, they will challenge Lincoln at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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