Schaumburg came out on top against Palatine on Monday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run seventh inning. The Saxons blew past the Pirates 10-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Saxons have posted against the Pirates since May 15, 2021.
Madison Linnemann
| 05/19/25 @ Palatine | 8 |
| 04/29/25 @ Hoffman Estates | 6 |
| 05/16/25 vs Fremd | 5 |
| 05/05/25 @ Wheeling | 5 |
| 05/10/25 vs Batavia | 4 |
Madison Linnemann made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Those eight strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jordan Murtaugh, who got on base in three of her five plate appearances with four RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Taylor Dolecki, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Schaumburg's win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-15. Those road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.0 runs over those games. As for Palatine, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-16-1 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Schaumburg will face off against Glenbrook North at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Palatine, they will take on Hampshire at 3:00 p.m. on Friday.
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