Skowhegan extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 3-5 in the process. They came up short against the Oxford Hills Vikings, falling 18-2. The game marked the River Hawks' lowest-scoring match so far this season.
Skowhegan saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jack Fitzpatrick, who went 1-for-2 with one RBI. Tyler Clark also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
As for Oxford Hills, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 4-5 record this season. That 16 run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
On Oxford Hills' side, they let Carter Holbrook and Gunner Truman run wild. Holbrook went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one triple, while Truman went 2-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Oxford Hills is undefeated when Truman posts two or more runs, but 1-5 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Jacoby Turcotte, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Skowhegan will welcome Bangor at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Rams' pitching crew has only allowed 3.1 runs per game this season, so the River Hawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Oxford Hills, they will host Lewiston at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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