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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – ­Missouri Western looks to build on their 8 game-winning streak as they welcome Missouri Southern for a three game series starting on Friday at 4 p.m.

Previewing Missouri Western
The Griffons are rolling right now, winning eight straight games heading into the weekend. Missouri Western has claimed sweeps over Truman State, Pittsburg State and Drury. They haven't lost a series since Feb. 26.
 
Missouri Western has been led by a combination of hitting from Landon Mason, Cosimo Cannella, and Brandon Downs as they all are hitting over .400 on the year.  Cannella leads the team with seven home runs and 36 RBIs on the year. Jeremy Alvardo and David Glaude have combined for 41 runs and 54 hits this season. On the base paths, senior Orencio Fisher is now 12-12 on stolen bases.
 
The Griffons will continue to look for consistent pitching from Evan Jones, Jared Lloyd and Alex Clavet. They have a combined record of 8-1 and all have an ERA less than 3.18. Weston Caindec has lifted the Griffons with 22 strikeouts while pitching 26 innings on the year. Preston Bailey is currently 2-0 with a team-high 27 strikeouts.

Previewing Missouri Southern
Missouri Southern is currently 13-4 overall and holds a conference record of 5-4. The Lions took two of three games against Emporia State last weekend. The Lions have dropped the opening game of their last three series in conference action.
 
The Lions have outscored their opponents 144-79 and have hit 24 home runs in their 17 games this season. Jesse Rall has started all 17 games this season and is hitting .420 with six home runs and 20 runs. Tyler Sutherland, Chris Hoffman, and Richie Gorski are all hitting above .315 as well this year.
 
On the mound, Payton Walker has dominated opponents with a 1.50 ERA and a 4-1 overall record. He has allowed just six runs and has struck out 33 batters. Zach Litchen has a 3-0 record and leads the team with 34 strikeouts.