Villa Madonna got themselves on the board against Dayton on Tuesday, but Dayton never followed suit. They were the clear victors by a 12-0 margin over the Greendevils. The Vikings might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matches by six runs or more this season.
Tyler Brandstetter
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Ryan Timm and Tyler Brandstetter made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Timm tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Brandstetter pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He also tossed no walks, which is notable because Villa Madonna is 4-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 2-3-1 otherwise. At the plate, Timm scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-5, while Brandstetter got no hits from his three at bats. Timm also hit a triple, marking his first of the season.
In other pitching news, Joe Rice looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Villa Madonna is undefeated when he allows at most one walk, but 3-4-1 otherwise.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Luke Smith, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Ben Murray-Cirulli was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
Villa Madonna pushed their record up to 6-4-1 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road. The road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.0 runs over those games. As for Dayton, they are on a nine-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Villa Madonna will host Lloyd Memorial at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Dayton, they will take on Grant County at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Greendevils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Braves have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season.
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