Circleville extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 2-6. They lost 7-0 to the Fairfield Union Falcons. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Tigers have suffered against the Falcons since April 3, 2023.
As for Fairfield Union, they pushed their record up to 8-2 with the win, which was their sixth straight at home. The home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.2 runs on average over those games.
For Fairfield Union's part, Ashton Waldrop made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Waldrop has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Braxton Rowles, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in May of 2025.
Looking ahead, Circleville will challenge Washington at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fairfield Union, they will face off against Liberty Union at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Falcons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season.
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