Preview: Stevenson Pirates vs. North Monterey County Condors
After two games on the road, Stevenson is heading back home. They will take on the North Monterey County Condors at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Stevenson is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.4 runs per game this season.
It may have taken nine innings to finish the job, but Stevenson ultimately got the result they hoped for on Wednesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 victory over North Monterey County.
The team relied heavily on Reggie Bell, who went 2-for-4 with two triples, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Jack Bucich, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Stevenson's win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 4-1. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.3 runs per game. As for North Monterey County, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 6-3.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Stevenson has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .491. However, it's not like North Monterey County struggles in that department as they've averaged .442. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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