as the Streaks defeated a tough Rock Island Alleman team Saturday night. With the win the Streaks claimed the "Streaks Invite" title and move their record to 8-2.
All year long, we have been able to almost just bank on the fact the the front part of our order is going to "place the table" for us. Dalton, Luke, and Zack have done exactly what they are asked to do offensively and more. You will hear no complaints about those guys from me.
But Saturday night was a little different. With the top struggling, the Streaks got production from the bottom of their order. I am not saying that it is surprising for them to hit...they have more than done their part too. But, all of our offensive production game from batters 4-9...with most of it coming from Chad Johnson. I am impressed with the offensive production we get from him considering he has caught in all but two innings the Streaks have played this year.
The biggest hit of the night definitely came from Andrew Steck. After missing a chance to tie the game by getting down a suicide squeeze, (which greatly angered his first base coach!!!) Andrew cleared the bases by hitting a deep fly ball to center field. This gave the Streaks a lead they would never relinquish.
All in all, another fun night at Sundberg Field. Another Streaks victory led by solid pitching (Gernant, Crain, and Milli) and timely hitting. And, if we can get out of the first inning, we have been pretty solid defensively as of late. Things are starting to come together as the Streaks, and this coach, have earned some much needed time off.
Come out Tuesday at 4:30 as we play Limestone
