Middlesboro hit Harlan with a four-run fifth inning on Monday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Green Dragons took a 13-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Yellowjackets. The Green Dragons were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Yellowjackets apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
Taylor Glenn led a balanced group of hitters, going 2-for-5 with two stolen bases and two runs. Chrissy Saylor was another key player, going 2-for-5 with two RBI and one run.
Harlan dropped their record down to 2-8 with the loss, which was their third straight at home. As for Middlesboro, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-9 record this season.
Harlan will face off against Pineville at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Middlesboro, they will challenge Harlan County at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Black Bears' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Yellowjackets' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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