Midwest Central extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 4-16 in the process. They came up short against the Athens Warriors, falling 14-1. The Raiders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
As for Athens, the win got them back to even at 10-10. That looming 14-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Athens' part, Cody Tobias was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over five innings pitched. Tobias has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Carson Moscardelli was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Kenneth Baker, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Coming up, Midwest Central will take on Henry-Senachwine at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Athens, they will square off against Lanphier at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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