Sheffield is on a six-game streak of home losses, and Cordova a three-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Thursday. The Sheffield Knights will look to defend their home field against the Cordova Wolves at 5:00 p.m. Sheffield has given up an average of 9.6 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Overton hit Sheffield with a six-run second inning on Friday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Knights lost 13-5 to the Wolverines.
Kamauri Whitley made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in two of his four plate appearances with six stolen bases and two runs.
Meanwhile, Cordova made easy work of Memphis East on Wednesday and carried off a 15-1 win. Considering the Wolves have won six matchups by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Erick Valles was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with five stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Christian Mauk was a standout: he got on base in all three of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was John Kirkland, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with four stolen bases and two runs.
Cordova always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .806. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Sheffield's defeat dropped their record down to 2-11-1. As for Cordova, their victory bumped their record up to 8-4-1.
Sheffield suffered a grim 24-11 defeat to Cordova when the teams last played back in April of 2023. Will the Knights have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
