6.13 Game Preview

HISTORIC RIVALRY RENEWED AS SLAMMERS TAKE ON HAMMERHOGS

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS - The Oakton Slammers will will face the Hammerhogs for the sixth time in franchise history - the most of any opponent. The game falls in the early game slot, with first pitch scheduled for 6:30pm.

The series history has featured many tight contests, and the Hammerhogs hold a slight lead with three wins out of the five games. The games typically feature volatile offensive performances, with high-scoring affairs in almost every matchup.

The offensive fireworks are likely to continue for the Hammerhogs, who boast the second-highest runs scored in the league. The Slammers, on the other hand, have struggled immensely at the plate this season, scoring a meager 18 runs over four games.

"This is our chance to break out," shortstop Jimmy Latal said. "We just need to put it together."

The game against the Hammerhogs does provide an opportunity for the offense. While they have scored a lot of runs, the Hammerhogs have also given up the most runs in the league. Expect another barn-burner in this one.

VIDEO GAME PERFORMANCE: Pitcher Nick Sobieszczyk put up a video game-like performance last week on both offense and defense. He went 3-3 with a home run at the plate. On the mound, he struck out an insane 6 batters, including striking out the side one inning. For slow-pitch softball, those numbers are unheard of!

WITH A WIN: The Hammerhogs would advance to 3-3. It would be the team's fourth win over the Slammers in franchise history.

The Slammers would advance to 1-4, earning their fourth win in franchise history. Three of those four wins would have come against the Hammerhogs, continuing to build the rivalry between the two franchises.

TOP GUN NIGHT: The Slammers invite all fans to participate in Top Gun Night by wearing aviators to tonight's game. The first 30 fans will also receive a mustache. Follow @oaktonslammers on Instagram and X for more.