Grainger lost to Morristown-Hamblen West back in March and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Grizzlies fell just short of the Trojans by a score of 4-3. The Grizzlies have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Braxton Davis was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he pitched six innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one walk any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Ty Collins made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with two doubles and two RBI. Blake Bishop also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Grainger's defeat dropped their record down to 7-11. As for Morristown-Hamblen West, the victory snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 10-15 record.
Coming up, Grainger will challenge Carter at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Morristown-Hamblen West, they will take on Knoxville Central at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bobcats' pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so the Trojans' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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