Downers Grove North came tearing into Tuesday's contest with six straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 5.2 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top against the Glenbard West Hilltoppers by a score of 9-6. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Downers Grove North also won the last time the pair played last Monday.
Frank Porcelli looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
On the hitting side, Downers Grove North got a massive performance out of Brady Schallmoser, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Jimmy Janicki, who scored two runs while going 3-for-5.
On Glenbard West's side, CJ Desmond was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Desmond has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Nico Ruoti made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and a double. Braeden Groszek was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Downers Grove North pushed their record up to 19-2 with that victory, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for Glenbard West, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-15.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Downers Grove North will take on Lincoln-Way West at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Lincoln-Way West will roll in looking for their 19th straight win, something Downers Grove North surely won't give up without a fight. As for Glenbard West, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Hinsdale Central at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Hinsdale Central will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last.
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