
Slicers
04/30/25 vs Michigan City | 7-0 |
04/29/25 @ Michigan City | 18-2 |
04/26/25 @ Plymouth | 4-0 |
La Porte had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 10 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Wednesday. They never let the Michigan City Wolves get on the board and left with a 7-0 victory. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 18-2 on Tuesday.
Cody Benedict made a splash while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI.
In other batting news, Keli Hay was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March of 2024. Gage Raymond was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
La Porte's record is now 7-9. As for Michigan City, their defeat was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-12.
Looking ahead, La Porte will challenge New Prairie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Slicers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 9.5 runs per game this season. As for Michigan City, they will square off against Tri-Township at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Wolves' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season.
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