Norfolk came into Tuesday's matchup having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 6-4 win over the Columbus Discoverers on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Panthers have posted since September 3rd.
Carlie Brandt looked comfortable as she tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Kierstyn Linn was incredible, going 3-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. What's more, she also racked up three hits, the mostshe's had in her last 12 games. Brynn Peterson was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Norfolk was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .375. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved they're batting average total in three consecutive contests.
Norfolk's win bumped their record up to 22-10. As for Columbus, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 11 of their last 13 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-21 record this season.
As of now, neither Norfolk nor Columbus have any future games scheduled.
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