Rafters Look to Hook a Sweep of Kenosha

Published on June 17, 2018 under Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters News Release

Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. - After a thrilling 4-3 win against the Kenosha Kingfish last night, the Rafters look to reel in the sweep this afternoon. The Rafters are now 10-8 on the season, tying them for fourth in the South Division standings. The Kingfish fall to 7-11 on the season.

Last night the Kingfish recorded four hits, plating three runs. Mike Madej of the Kenosha Kingfish went 1-for-4 last night with two RBI. The Rafters' designated hitter Mitch Mallek did the most damage to the Kingfish going 2-for-4 with one run scored, two RBI and a double for the Rafters.

On the mound this afternoon for the Rafters is Trayson Kubo. Kubo is currently 2-0 for the Rafters and maintains a 0.56 ERA in 16 innings pitched. Kubo has struck out twelve batters and allowed only eight hits.

Pitching for the Kingfish is Kaleb Schmidt. Schmidt is 0-1 for the Kingfish with an ERA of 2.70 in three starts. In 13.1 innings, Schmidt has struck out 12 while allowing five runs on 14 hits.

First pitch is slated for 4:05p.m.

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