Carl Junction's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the McDonald County Mustangs a 9-0 shutout. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Carl Junction also won the last time the pair played back in March.
Logan Eck and Cole Stewart were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Eck didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out nine over 4.2 innings pitched. Meanwhile, Stewart struck out six batters over 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Eck has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Eck scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Stewart scored a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Justice Moore, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Craig Hayes Iii was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Carl Junction now has a winning record of 14-13. As for McDonald County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-17 record this season.
As of now, neither Carl Junction nor McDonald County have any future games scheduled.
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