Baseball Game Preview: Liberty Common Eagles vs. Sterling Tigers

Liberty Common is 0-10 against Sterling since April of 2018 but things could change on Tuesday. The Eagles will host the Tigers at 4:00 p.m. Liberty Common has given up an average of 6.6 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Liberty Common came up short against Prospect Ridge Academy on Monday, falling 14-2. The Eagles have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Liberty Common saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Owen Hood, who went 1-for-2 with one triple and one RBI.

Meanwhile, Sterling came up short against Pueblo East last Saturday and fell 6-3. The loss was the Tigers' first of the season.

Robbie Carrasco made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-3. He also put up a double, which was his first of the season.

Liberty Common's loss dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Sterling, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.

Tuesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Liberty Common has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .434. However, it's not like Sterling struggles in that department as they've averaged .455. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Liberty Common might still be hurting after the 12-5 loss they got from Sterling in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.