Loyal dropped to 7-2 on Friday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They lost 18-10 to the Pacelli Cardinals. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Greyhounds have suffered since May 29, 2025.
As for Pacelli, their record is now 7-5. Considering their hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
For Pacelli's part, Nate Haemmerle made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched five innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off nine hits. Haemmerle was even better at the plate, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Eric Reincke and Tysen Holmes did most of the damage at the plate: Reincke went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one double, while Holmes went 1-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits Reincke has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Bryce Flaker, who went 1-for-5 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Loyal will host Fall Creek at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Pacelli, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Wild Rose at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Wildcats have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 18.4 runs per game on average), something the Cardinals will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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