Preview: Dr. Joaquin Garcia Bulldogs vs. American Heritage Stallions
The Dr. Joaquin Garcia Bulldogs will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against the American Heritage Stallions at 6:30 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Last Wednesday, Dr. Joaquin Garcia came up short against Nova and fell 4-1. Dr. Joaquin Garcia has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Dr. Joaquin Garcia got a good showing from Porter Trees, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned run or hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
On the hitting side, Dr. Joaquin Garcia saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Isaac Dejesus, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-1.
Even though they lost, Dr. Joaquin Garcia hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Nova struck out nine times.
Meanwhile, American Heritage also suffered a loss in their last game, but this one to Bishop Moore by a score of 8-4.
Dr. Joaquin Garcia's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 6-7. As for American Heritage, they now have a losing record at 6-7.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Tuesday as both teams have some strikeout artists on the roster. Dr. Joaquin Garcia has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 7.4 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like American Heritage struggles in that department as they've been averaging 8.2 per game. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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