Baseball Game Preview: Lloyd Memorial Juggernauts vs. Grant County Braves

Juggernauts

Runs

03/22/25 vs Newport Central Catholic	1
03/21/25 @ Beechwood	5
03/19/25 @ Newport	22
03/12/25 vs Boone County	4

Lloyd Memorial hasn't had much luck against Grant County recently, but that could start to change on Monday. Lloyd Memorial will challenge Grant County at 5:30 p.m. Lloyd Memorial is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8 runs per game this season.

Lloyd Memorial lost 7-1 to Newport Central Catholic on Saturday. The Juggernauts have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Meanwhile, on Saturday Grant County's undefeated season almost came to an end. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 13-12 W against Spencer County. The Braves' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

Braylon Rodriguez was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. He also put up a double, which was his first of the season. Colton Alexander was another key player, scoring three runs.

Rodriguez wasn't the only one working in the hit department: Grant County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2024.

Grant County's victory was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-0. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 9.3 runs this season. As for Lloyd Memorial, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.

Monday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Lloyd Memorial has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .473. However, it's not like Grant County struggles in that department as they've averaged .470. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Lloyd Memorial couldn't quite finish off Grant County in their previous matchup back in May of 2024 and fell 2-0. Can Lloyd Memorial avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.