Northshore hadn't done well against Zachary recently (they were 0-8 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Northshore Panthers walked away with a 4-1 victory over the Zachary Broncos. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since March 7, 2019, but that streak is no more.
Carson Malasovich spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on eight hits and racked up eight Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in eight consecutive appearances.
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At the plate, Northshore let Connor Smith and Brody Dukes run wild. Smith went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI, while Dukes scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Smith has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
Northshore's win bumped their record up to 18-4-1. As for Zachary, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-12-1 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Northshore will face off against Salmen at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Northshore's pitching crew has only allowed 2.2 runs per game this season, so Salmen's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Zachary, they will welcome Central Private at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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