Chaney extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Wednesday, dropping them down to 0-3. They lost 13-3 to the Leetonia Bears. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bears this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-1 on Monday.
As for Leetonia, their victory ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-4. With that win, they brought their scoring average up to 6.4 runs per game.
For Leetonia's part, Jason King was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. King also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Leetonia is 3-1 when he allows at most three earned runs, but 0-3 otherwise. King was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ethan Mathia, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. Samuel Falk also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Looking ahead, Chaney will host Badger at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Leetonia, they will face off against East Palestine at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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