Baseball Preview: University Bulldogs vs. Eaton Reds
University is on a four-game streak of home wins, while Eaton is on a 14-game streak of away wins (dating back to last season): one of those streaks is about to end. The University Bulldogs will take on the Eaton Reds at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Both teams have allowed few runs on average, (University: 2, Eaton: 0.7) so any runs scored will be well earned.
In what's become a running theme this season, University gave their fans yet another huge win on Tuesday. They never let Strasburg onto the board and left with a 15-0 victory.
Preston Natividad was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits over four innings pitched. Natividad was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Will Korby was incredible, scoring three runs while going 3-for-3. Connor Weber was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Eaton faced Resurrection Christian in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Wednesday. Eaton came out on top against Resurrection Christian by a score of 4-1. Despite the win, that was the fewest runs Eaton has scored all year.
Gunnar Duncan was excellent, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Kade Gentry, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
University's victory bumped their record up to 9-2. As for Eaton, their win bumped their record up to 13-0.
Friday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. University hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .410. However, it's not like Eaton struggles in that department as they've averaged .397. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
University might still be hurting after the 13-3 defeat they got from Eaton in their previous meeting back in June of 2023. Will University have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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