Farmington came tearing into Tuesday's contest with seven straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 8.4 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Burnsville Blaze 7-5. That's more bragging rights for Farmington, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Burnsville's part, Gracie Johnson put in work no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. Johnson has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Johnson was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with a home run.
In other batting news, Kathryn Dam and Sidney Handrahan stepped up to the plate in a big way. Dam scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Handrahan scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Farmington's victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 9-1. As for Burnsville, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-10.
Farmington has the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Eagan at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Farmington's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so Eagan's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Burnsville, they will head out on the road to take on Rosemount at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Rosemount will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Burnsville surely won't give up without a fight.
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