Rogers extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-6. They lost 10-0 to the Clarkston Bantams. That's two games in a row now that the Pirates have lost by exactly ten runs.
As for Clarkston, they pushed their record up to 4-2 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.3 runs on average over those games.
For Clarkston's part, Tucker Green made a splash no matter where he played. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out eight over 4.2 innings pitched. Green was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs.
In other batting news, Clarkston let Parker Nugen and Jacob Stewart run wild. Nugen went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and two RBI, while Stewart got on base in two of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs. Those three hits gave Nugen a new career-high. Caddis Sevy also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rogers will host North Central at 2:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Clarkston, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Lewiston at 4:00 p.m. The last four games the Bengals have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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