West Union extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 21 on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-10 in the process. They lost 15-0 to the Manchester Greyhounds. The Dragons were not able to make up for their loss to the Greyhounds from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
As for Manchester, their victory was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 10-2. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.2 runs on average over those games.
For Manchester's part, Rylie Young made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Young has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than ten strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI.
In other batting news, Addilyn Hunter was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. Hunter is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Chloe Carter was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. West Union will host Glenwood at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Manchester, they will welcome North Adams at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games the Green Devils have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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