Deep Creek extended their losing streak to 14 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 1-17 in the process. They came up short against the Indian River Braves, falling 12-0. The Hornets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Braves apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Indian River, the victory snapped their losing streak at five games and leaves them with a 6-13 record. They not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since April 15th (when they won 20-3).
For Indian River's part, Kalvin Murphy was a standout: he went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Murphy has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaydon Crawford, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Deep Creek and Indian River could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Virginia Rankings. The Hornets will take on Great Bridge at 5:45 p.m. on Monday with a big rank disadvantage (318 vs. 17). Meanwhile, Indian River (ranked 240th) will meet Cape Henlopen (ranked first) at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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