Columbus International had lost 13 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 2-10 to make it 14. They came up short against the Briggs Bruins, falling 26-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bruins this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 21-8 two weeks ago.
As for Briggs, the win was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 10-2. The result was nothing new for the Bruins, who have now won nine contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Briggs' part, Cameron Griffith was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Griffith was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jaxon Mitskevich, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Briggs' success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-2 when he doesn't). Wyatt Martin was another key player, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Columbus International will head out to challenge Whetstone at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Briggs, they will venture away from home to face off against West at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bruins are facing the Cowboys at the right time seeing as the Cowboys are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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