Crosby-Ironton extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 9-9 in the process. They lost 11-3 to the Pillager Huskies. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Rangers of the 5-4 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Pillager, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 7-8. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Pillager's part, Kaden Imdieke was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Imdieke has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Pillager got a massive performance out of Grant Grimsley, who went 3-for-5 with two runs, two doubles, and two RBI. Those two doubles gave Grimsley a new career-high. Elliott Imdieke was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Crosby-Ironton will venture away from home to challenge Ogilvie at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Pillager, they will take on Staples-Motley at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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