There's no place like home for Wabash, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Friday. They put the hurt on the Northfield Norsemen with a sharp 15-1 win on Saturday. That 14 run margin sets a new team best for Wabash this season.
Keaton Fields made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Fields was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played.
In other batting news, Derek Reed was a standout: he scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Brayten Eis was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Wabash's victory bumped their record up to 14-7. As for Northfield, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-9 record this season.
Wabash will be playing in front of their home fans against Lewis Cass at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Wabash is facing Lewis Cass at the right time seeing as Lewis Cass is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Northfield, they will head out on the road to face off against Maconaquah at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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