Baseball Game Preview: Patterson Tigers vs. Oakdale Mustangs

For the second straight game, Patterson will face off against Oakdale. The Tigers will venture away from home to challenge the Mustangs at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.

Patterson took a loss when they played away from home on Monday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Wednesday. They skirted past Oakdale 3-1. The victory was some much needed relief for the Tigers as it spelled an end to their five-game losing streak.

Patterson's win was truly a team effort as five different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Noah Cozart, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another was Guy Allard, who went 1-for-2 with one double and one RBI.

The victory got Patterson back to even at 9-9. As for Oakdale, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-9 record this season.