Silver Bluff was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They took a 5-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Midland Valley Mustangs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Silver Bluff of the 14-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2022.
Axel Hornung made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
On Midland Valley's side, Turner Scott was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and only one walk). Scott was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, a double, and an RBI.
Scott wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Landon Stringer, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. Landon Johnson was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
Silver Bluff's loss dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Midland Valley, their record is now 12-10.
Silver Bluff does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Midland Valley, they will head out on the road to face off against Laurens at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Laurens' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Midland Valley's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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