Burnsville came into Thursday's game having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They had just enough and edged the Eagan Wildcats out 3-2. That's more bragging rights for Burnsville, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Gracie Johnson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits.
At the plate, Kathryn Dam was incredible, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Brooke Gerber, who went 2-for-3 with a stolen base, a double, and an RBI.
Burnsville's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-6. As for Eagan, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-5 record this season.
Burnsville will stay at home for another game and welcome Lakeville North at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Eagan, they will head out on the road to square off against Eastview at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The last three games Eagan has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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