Willmar had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 4-10 to make it eight. They lost 6-0 to the Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Cardinals have suffered since April 14th.
As for Sauk Rapids-Rice, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 11-9. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Sauk Rapids-Rice's part, Willmar's batters probably weren't too happy with Ava Knutson, who pitched a no hitter and racked up 16 Ks (she gave up zero walks). Knutson has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Ella Gruber was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, two doubles, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. Riley Turck also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
As of now, neither Willmar nor Sauk Rapids-Rice have any future games scheduled.
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