Clements was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of the Hatton Hornets by a score of 5-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Clements of the 13-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
Clements got a good showing from Jason Harwell, who tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned run or hits. Harwell has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Clements saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jamie Gatlin, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
On Hatton's side, Alex Brackin made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Brackin was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Clements' loss dropped their record down to 4-8. As for Hatton, the win was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 18-5.
Clements will look to defend their home field on Thursday against West Limestone at 4:30 p.m. As for Hatton, they will head out on the road to challenge Danville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Hatton is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.7 runs per game this season.
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