Preview: Grantsville Cowboys vs. Morgan Trojans
Grantsville is 9-1 against Morgan since March of 2021, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Monday. The Grantsville Cowboys will play host again on Monday to welcome the Morgan Trojans, where first pitch is scheduled at 3:30 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Last Thursday, Grantsville got the win against Grand County by a conclusive 8-2.
Kyle Brimhall was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). Brimhall was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Brett Darrow was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Stratton Orgill was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Meanwhile, Morgan made easy work of Delta on Friday and carried off a 13-3 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Morgan.
Like Grantsville, Morgan also got a great game from a two-way player: Beck Sheffield. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Sheffield has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Sheffield was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with four RBI, two doubles, and a run.
In other batting news, Morgan got a massive performance out of Luke Bauerle, who scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-5. Another player making a difference was Ryder Waldron, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3.
Grantsville's victory was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 8-0. They've been dominating during the matches in that stretch too, as they've won by an average of 8.7 runs. As for Morgan, their win bumped their record up to 6-3.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Grantsville has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .485. However, it's not like Morgan struggles in that department as they've averaged .474. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Grantsville took their victory against Morgan in their previous matchup back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 11-5. Will Grantsville repeat their success, or does Morgan have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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