Malcolm dropped their record down to 19-2 on Saturday, which also ended the team's 18-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They fell 8-4 to the Central City/Centura Kernels. The Clippers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Kernels apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Mason Wisnieski made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Preston Kucera, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one RBI.
As for Central City/Centura, the win keeps they at an undefeated 16-0. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 9.1 runs this season.
On Central City/Centura's side, the team relied heavily on Luke Vakiner, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most RBI Vakiner has posted since back in April of 2024.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Malcolm will challenge Wahoo/Bishop Neumann at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Central City/Centura, they will host Lincoln Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Kernels' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Crusaders have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season.
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