For the second straight game, Liberty will face off against Pittsburg. The Lions will welcome the Pirates at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Liberty is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last three games.
Liberty is returning to their home field after beating Pittsburg on theirs, despite the fact Pittsburg has dominated at home this season. The Lions came out on top in a nail-biter against the Pirates on Tuesday, sneaking past 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Lions have posted since April 9, 2024.
Tristan Ainsworth made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run.
In other pitching news, Jake Farr looked comfortable as he didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched.
Ainsworth wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jacob Britto, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one stolen base. Britto also put up a hit, which was his first of the season. Another was Stevie Wellens, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases.
Pittsburg has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 15-4 record this season. As for Liberty, their victory bumped their record up to 12-6.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Liberty has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.8 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Pittsburg struggles in that department as they've been averaging 2.7 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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