For the second straight game, Thrasher will face off against Falkner. The Rebels will welcome the Eagles at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Thrasher has now lost eight straight, leaving the team hunting for their first win since March 13.
Thrasher came up short against Falkner on Tuesday, falling 11-4.
For Falkner's part, Colee Stroupe spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits and racked up eight Ks. Stroupe has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Anthony Morgan, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Nolan Ashley, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Falkner hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Thrasher struck out eight times.
Falkner's victory bumped their record up to 13-9. As for Thrasher, their loss dropped their record down to 3-12.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Thrasher has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.8 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Falkner struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 6.2 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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