It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Trenton had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Dixie County Bears an 11-0 shutout. Considering Trenton has won eight contests by more than six runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Addison Allaire was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Allaire has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Allaire was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other pitching news, EmmaLee Brideson looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, Haley Blankenship and Jessica Johnson did most of the damage at the plate: Blankenship scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2, while Johnson scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-1. Aubreigh Brown was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base.
Trenton's victory was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-2. As for Dixie County, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 12 of their last 14 games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-17 record this season.
As of now, neither Trenton nor Dixie County have any future games scheduled.
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