Lanphier extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-18. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 6-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the MacArthur Generals. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Lions of the 17-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
Kane Baskett made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one double.
As for MacArthur, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 9-16. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 3rd.
On MacArthur's side, Aidan Bruce was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Bruce has become a key player for the Generals: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 6-16 otherwise. Luke Karunas was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lanphier will welcome East St. Louis at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for MacArthur, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Maroa-Forsyth at 4:30 p.m.
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