Sexton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 32nd straight loss dating back to last season. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the Central Bearcats. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Big Reds have suffered against the Bearcats since May 20, 2015.
Christipher Roper made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles.
Sexton's loss dropped their record down to 0-15. As for Central, their victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-11.
While Sexton had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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