Hinckley-Big Rock was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell just short of the Serena Huskers by a score of 4-3. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Hinckley-Big Rock of the 3-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Monday.
For Serena's part, Beau Raikes made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out 12 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Raikes has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Raikes was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Tanner Faivre was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last six times he's played. Another player making a difference was Wesley Hendricks, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Hinckley-Big Rock's defeat dropped their record down to 14-10. As for Serena, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 11-12 record this season.
Hinckley-Big Rock does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Serena, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Reed-Custer at 4:30 p.m. Serena will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak alive.
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