Baseball Recap: Pocatello Thunder vs. Idaho Falls Tigers
Pocatello's game last Saturday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They walked away with a 12-8 win over the Idaho Falls Tigers. The high-scoring effort was just what Pocatello needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
GARETT KELLER was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over 5.1 innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). KELLER was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on RYKEN ECHOHAWK, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. KUDTER STUCKI was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
On Idaho Falls' side, Anthony Morales made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Makai Ferguson, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Pocatello's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-6. As for Idaho Falls, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-10.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pocatello will face off against Minico at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Idaho Falls, they will head out on the road to square off against Bonneville at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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