Sadly, Northgate is still looking for their first win of the season after seven contests. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 19-2 walloping at the hands of the New Brighton Lions on Tuesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Northgate of the 15-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Monday.
For New Brighton's part, Brock Budacki was incredible, going 4-for-5 with a home run, seven RBI, and three runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Brandon Ribar, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
Northgate's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for New Brighton, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Northgate will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Laurel at 4:00 p.m. Laurel is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season. As for New Brighton, they will head out on the road to challenge Seton LaSalle at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Seton LaSalle will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something New Brighton surely won't give up without a fight.
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