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Published On: June 2nd, 2024

KENOSHA, WI — The Waterloo Bucks offense was unleashed last  12 runs on 13 hits blowing out the Kenosha Kingfish 12-4.

“It’s our first true loss” said Field Manager Aiden Wirshing.

Kenosha struckout 16 times on the night — the first time that has happened since 2016.

 

Kenosha tied the game on an RBI double from DJ Ghioroso before giving up six runs in the 4th inning highlighted by a three run homerun from Brennan Hudson. The Bucks ran away from their for their first win of the season improving to 1-5. Kenosha moves to 4-2 on the year.

The Kingfish battle the Battle Creek Battle Jacks today at 1.35 p.m. CT at Historic Simmons Field. Follow @KenoshaKingfish on X or watch the game on ESPN+ for updates.

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