The Rhodes Rams will head out to take on the Brooklyn Hurricanes at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Rhodes' favor is that they have posted at least ten runs in their last three contests.
Rhodes came out on top against Max S. Hayes on Tuesday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run second inning. The Rams blew past the Lakers 10-0. Considering the Rams have won nine games by more than nine runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Jose Trejo was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and two RBI.
Roberto Benetiz
| 05/12/26 vs Max S. Hayes | 4 |
| 05/07/26 vs Glenville | 4 |
| 04/28/26 vs John Adams | 4 |
| 04/24/26 @ Andrews Osborne Academy | 1 |
| 04/23/26 vs John Hay | 1 |
| + 6 more games |
In other batting news, Roberto Benetiz was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs. He has been hot for a while, having posted at least one stolen base the last 11 times he's played. David Garner was another key player, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Rhodes always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .533. That was just more of the same: they've now posted an OBP of .533 or higher in three consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 13 runs the game before, Brooklyn was a bit more limited in their contest on Wednesday. They lost 21-2 to Cleveland Heights.
Dominic Riccardi was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-2 with three stolen bases and one RBI.
Rhodes' victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-3. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.3 runs on average over those games. As for Brooklyn, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 12 of their last 13 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-14 record this season.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Rhodes has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 11.3 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Brooklyn struggles in that department as they've been averaging 3.6 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Rhodes skirted past Brooklyn 11-10 when the teams last played back in March of 2025. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Rams since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
