Ludlow couldn't quite beat Augusta on Friday, but the two-run margin was a huge improvement compared to the 11-run defeat they were dealt last Monday. The Ludlow Panthers fell just short of the Augusta Panthers by a score of 9-7. Ludlow's loss continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
Kaden Morrison was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Spencer Brandenburg, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, Ludlow didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with seven strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Augusta only tossed three.
On Augusta's side, Eli Cline was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Kylan Hinson was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Ludlow's defeat dropped their record down to 14-17. As for Augusta, their victory bumped their record up to 9-11.
Ludlow will head out on the road to face off against Gallatin County at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Ludlow is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Augusta, they will head out on the road to challenge Williamstown at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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