The Dell Rapids Mudcats are currently on a three-game winning streaking after winning games against the Humboldt/Hartford Gamecocks (June 14th), Salem Cubs (June 18th), and Madison Broncos (June 21st).
The Mudcats earned a 9-2 win in Salem on Thursday, June 18th. They collected 13 hits in the victory. Josh Roemen finished with four hits, including two doubles and two RBIs. Mark Abrahamson had two hits, one of which was a solo home run, and three RBIs. Mark Houck had two hits and two RBI, Kris King added two hits, and Elijah Story had a two-run single in the game.
Dalton Allen picked up the win on the mound giving up just one hit while striking out seven batters. John Spaeth pitched two innings of relief striking out four batters.
The Mudcats then earned their third win in a row after an 8-5 win over Madison on Sunday, June 21st. Dan Gacke belted two home runs in the win and drove home five runs. Houck had a two-run double, and Chad Hunt also had a double in the game.
Abrahamson pitched the first six innings to earn the victory, but Spaeth pitched three innings of strong relief for the save. Spaeth held Madison hitless over the final three innings.
The Mudcats (4-2, 3-2 CBL) will host Salem on Thursday, June 25th.