Fort Atkinson hit DeForest with a four-run third inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Norskies fell just short of the Blackhawks by a score of 7-6. The Norskies were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Blackhawks earlier this season, when they won 4-1.
Cullen Kirchberg made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Sam Ceszyk, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
DeForest has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season. As for Fort Atkinson, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. DeForest will head out to square off against Oregon at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Norskies surely won't give up without a fight. As for Fort Atkinson, they are taking a road trip to challenge Watertown at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Goslings' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so the Blackhawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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