HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Monarchs improved to 8-1 on the season with an 8-2 win over the Sunflower Seeds Wednesday night at Hobart-Detter Field.
Pitching for the Monarchs was strong Wednesday, especially in relief.
Starter Zach Peters went four and two-thirds innings and gave up two runs on three hits, struck out five and walked five. Hunter Meche got the win in relief, spinning 2 and one-third innings of hitless, shutout ball. Ryan Stuempfig finished the game off with two innings of shutout work, giving up just one hit.
Noah Griese was the only Monarch with more than one hit, but all nine Monarchs that played got at least one hit.
The Monarchs and Seeds continue their series Thursday night at Hobart-Detter. First pitch is at 7 p.m.