Friona is on a seven-game streak of home losses, and Muleshoe a five-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Friday. The Friona Chieftains will host the Muleshoe Mules at 6:00 p.m. Friona has given up an average of 13.5 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Tuesday, Friona came up short against Slaton and fell 22-18.
Jameson Daniels
| 03/06/26 @ Olton | 4 |
| 02/26/26 vs Smyer | 4 |
| 02/23/26 vs Olton | 4 |
| 04/21/26 @ Slaton | 3 |
| 03/31/26 @ Muleshoe | 2 |
| + 11 more games |
Jameson Daniels and Aaron Rosales did some serious damage despite the final result: Daniels went 3-for-5 with five stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI, while Rosales got on base in five of his six plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and one triple. Friona is 3-1 when Daniels posts three or more hits, but 1-17 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Aiden Tafoya, who went 4-for-5 with five RBI.
Idalou hit Muleshoe with a five-run second inning on Tuesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Mules fell 12-9 to the Wildcats.
Ram Regalado and Riley Railsback stepped up to the plate in a big way. Regalado went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run, while Railsback went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. Nehemiah Sanchez was another key player, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Muleshoe's loss dropped their record down to 8-15. As for Friona, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-18.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Friona has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .450. However, it's not like Muleshoe struggles in that department as they've averaged .462. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Friona came up short against Muleshoe in their previous meeting back in March, falling 8-5. Will the Chieftains have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
