Francis Scott Key hasn't had much luck against Liberty recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Eagles will welcome the Lions at 4:30 p.m.
Francis Scott Key is headed into Friday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fifth straight game on Wednesday. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of Winters Mill.
Meanwhile, Liberty made easy work of Century on Thursday and carried off a 9-2 victory. The win continues a trend for the Lions in their matchups with the Knights: they've now won seven in a row.
Carter Shanks made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits (and not a single walk). Shanks was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one home run. He is on a roll when it comes to home runs, as he's now launched at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
In other batting news, Nate Martin was incredible, firing off two home runs and one stolen base while going 2-for-3. That stolen base marked the first that he snagged this season. Danny Nelson was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3.
Liberty lost a few balls and finished the game with four home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Francis Scott Key's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6-1. As for Liberty, their victory bumped their record up to 4-1.
Francis Scott Key couldn't quite get it done against Liberty in their previous matchup back in March as they fell 6-2. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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