Baseball Game Preview: Pueblo Centennial Bulldogs vs. Elizabeth Cardinals

The Pueblo Centennial Bulldogs will face off against the Elizabeth Cardinals at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Pueblo Centennial has given up an average of 8.6 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Pueblo Centennial lost 11-5 to Canon City on Saturday. The Bulldogs have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Pueblo Centennial saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Robert Garcia, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.

Meanwhile, Elizabeth started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against University. They fell just short of the Bulldogs by a score of 6-4 on Thursday. The matchup marked the Cardinals' lowest-scoring game so far this season.

Cade Taylor spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered five earned (and one unearned) runs on eight hits.

On the hitting side, Walker Blanchard made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Jeremy Waymire, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.

Having lost for the first time this season, Elizabeth fell to 5-1. As for Pueblo Centennial, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.

Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Pueblo Centennial has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .432. However, it's not like Elizabeth struggles in that department as they've averaged .509. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Pueblo Centennial might still be hurting after the 11-1 loss they got from Elizabeth in their previous matchup back in March of 2024. Will Pueblo Centennial 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.