In what's become a running theme this season, Cross Creek gave their fans yet another huge win on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 16-1 margin over the Salem Seminoles. The victory was familiar territory for Cross Creek who now have three in a row.
Wyatt Henderson made a splash no matter where he played. He pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Henderson was even better at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last four games he's played.
In other batting news, Tyler Crapps was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a home run, five stolen bases, and five RBI. Crapps is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Benjamin Johnson was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while going 2-for-3.
The win got Cross Creek back to even at 8-8. As for Salem, they dropped their record down to 1-11 with that loss, which was their 17th straight on the road dating back to last season.
Cross Creek will challenge Morgan County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Morgan County knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past three matches -- so hopefully Cross Creek likes a good challenge. As for Salem, they will be playing at home against Harlem at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Harlem will roll in looking for their 24th straight victory, something Salem surely won't give up without a fight.
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