Delta extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping them down to 10-13. They lost 13-0 to the New Palestine Dragons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 10-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
As for New Palestine, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-7 record this season. Considering they have won ten games by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
For New Palestine's part, the team relied heavily on Callie Cromwell, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Those three runs gave Cromwell a new career-high. Claire Fitzgerald was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs, one double, and one RBI.
Delta and New Palestine are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Eagles will face off against Jay County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Delta's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Patriots have averaged an impressive 11 runs per game this season. As for New Palestine, they will take on Indian Creek at 12:00 p.m. on Monday.
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