The Franklinton Red Rams will venture away from home to challenge the East Wake Warriors at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Franklinton is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season.
Franklinton is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to ten runs on Monday, they were much more limited against Southern Nash on Tuesday. They lost 8-0 to the Firebirds. The loss continues a trend for the Red Rams in their meetings with the Firebirds: they've now lost eight in a row.
Meanwhile, East Wake got the win against Fike on Tuesday by a conclusive 17-4. Considering the Warriors have won nine matches by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Madison Keith was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Keith was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with four runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Alissa Flood was incredible, going 4-for-5 with one home run, four runs, and two triples. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Jaimee Fowler was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with four runs, one triple, and two RBI.
East Wake always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .537. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Fike only posted an OBP of .345.
East Wake's record is now 12-7. As for Franklinton, their defeat dropped their record down to 11-8.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Franklinton has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .434. However, it's not like East Wake struggles in that department as they've averaged .461. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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