Jacob Ortiz Game Report: vs Moreno Valley

While Heritage might've come up empty on Tuesday, Jacob Ortiz wasn't going down without a fight. Ortiz tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. The performance marked the fewest earned runs he has had since back in March.

Ortiz and Heritage will square off against Orange Vista at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Despite Ortiz's best efforts to the contrary, the Patriots will head into their next match having dropped three straight games. Will Thursday be the turning point? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.