New London extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They came up short against the Putnam Clippers, falling 38-24. Even if the Whalers couldn't come away with the victory, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
As for Putnam, their record is now 3-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Putnam's part, Aubrey Paquette made a splash no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Paquette was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all seven of her plate appearances with five runs, two stolen bases, and one RBI. Those stolen bases were her first of the season.
Paquette wasn't the only one making solid contact as six players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Madalyn Parquette, who got on base in six of her seven plate appearances with six runs, three stolen bases, and four RBI. Another was Avery Meyette, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs and three RBI.
Coincidentally, New London and Putnam will both be playing Ellis RVT the next time they take the field. The Whalers will host the Eagles at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Clippers will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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