Pekin had lost nine straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 6-17 to make it ten. They came up short against the Canton Little Giants, falling 14-0. The Dragons were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Little Giants earlier this season, when they won 7-6.
As for Canton, their record is now 10-14. The game was the first time they have beaten Pekin on their field since May 10, 2021.
For Canton's part, Kash Van Houten made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 13 over six innings pitched. Canton is 3-1 when Van Houten posts eight or more strikeouts, but 7-13 otherwise. Van Houten was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, Miles Hoops was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, eight RBI, and two runs. He has become a key player for Canton: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 6-14 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Dane Grzanich, who went 2-for-4 with one home run and three runs.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pekin will take on Springfield Southeast at 4:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Canton, they will be playing at home against Dunlap at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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