Brandon Gutierrez Game Report: @ Tehachapi

Independence had to settle for second on Monday, but Brandon Gutierrez sure wasn't going down easily. Gutierrez tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. The effort marked the fewest hits he has had since back in March.

Gutierrez and Independence will venture away from home to square off against Hanford at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Falcons have been struggling on the road and they will enter the contest having lost five straight away games. Will Gutierrez and the rest of the Falcons crew be able to turn things around? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.