Canton extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 10-18 in the process. They came up short against the Havana Ducks, falling 17-11. The Little Giants were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Ducks apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Miles Hoops
| 05/16/25 @ Havana | 3 |
| 05/07/25 @ Pekin | 3 |
| 03/29/25 vs Camp Point Central | 3 |
| 04/22/25 @ Bushnell-Prairie City | 2 |
| 04/21/25 @ Richwoods | 2 |
| + 13 more games |
Canton got a massive performance out of Miles Hoops, who went 3-for-4 with four runs, two doubles, and two RBI. Hoops has become a key player for the Little Giants: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least three hits, but 8-17 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Kash Van Houten, who went 3-for-5 with one home run, two runs, and two doubles.
As for Havana, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 11-16. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 6 runs.
On Havana's side, Kaden Olson was incredible, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with four runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI Olson has posted since back in April. Carter Brooks was another key player, getting on base in three of his six plate appearances with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Canton and Havana are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Little Giants will host Cuba/Spoon River Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Havana, they are taking a road trip to square off against PORTA/Ashland-Chandlerville Central at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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