Baseball Preview: Tornillo Coyotes vs. Liberty Patriots
The Tornillo Coyotes will face off against the Liberty Patriots at 11:00 a.m. on Friday. Tornillo is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season.
Tornillo heads in on the heels of a playoff match on Thursday. They fell just short of Liberty by a score of 4-3.
For Liberty's part, Cassler Wicks spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned runs on six hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Gavin McPherson, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Jackson Gonzalez, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Tornillo's defeat dropped their record down to 16-11-1. As for Liberty, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 21-9.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Tornillo has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .454. However, it's not like Liberty struggles in that department as they've averaged .459. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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