The Lawrenceville Indians will take on the Edwards County Lions at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (Lawrenceville 3.5, Edwards County 3) so any runs scored will be well earned.
Last Wednesday, Lawrenceville earned a 6-1 win over Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine. The Indians haven't had any issues with Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive victory against them.
Emery Ivers made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April of 2024. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. He also brought in an RBI, marking his first of the season.
Ivers wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Wyalan Bice, who scored a run while going 2-for-3. Maddox Pargin also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Meanwhile, Edwards County has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging three runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They came up short against North Clay/Clay City, falling 11-3. The loss was the Lions' first of the season.
Having lost for the first time this season, Edwards County fell to 3-1. As for Lawrenceville, their win bumped their record up to an identical 3-1.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Lawrenceville has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .487. However, it's not like Edwards County struggles in that department as they've averaged .488. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lawrenceville suffered a grim 8-1 defeat to Edwards County in their previous meeting back in March of 2024. Will Lawrenceville have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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