Lincoln extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 1-10 in the process. They came up short against the Madison Eagles, falling 16-4. Unfortunately, that's the fifth time they've come up short against the Eagles this season, with their most recent defeat being a 9-1 loss last Tuesday.
As for Madison, the win was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 8-2. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight games by eight runs or more this season.
For Madison's part, Shawn Dennis was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Dennis has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one double.
In other batting news, Zuriel Donald was a standout: he got on base in three of his four plate appearances with six stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Landon Wargo, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Coincidentally, Lincoln and Madison will both be playing South Lake the next time they take the field. The Eagles will host the Cavaliers at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, while the Abes will head out to face them at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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