Bloomer extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 11-6 in the process. They came up short against the St. Croix Central Panthers, falling 18-12. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Blackhawks have suffered since May 28, 2024.
As for St. Croix Central, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 11-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For St. Croix Central's part, Brecken Ponath made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. St. Croix Central is undefeated when Ponath allows one or fewer earned runs, but 5-6 otherwise. Ponath was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games he's played.
In other batting news, Eli Babler was a standout: he went 3-for-5 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Blake Host, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bloomer will head out to face off against Spooner at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for St. Croix Central, they will face off against Baldwin-Woodville at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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