Pacific is 0-10 against Miller since April of 2022 but things could change on Friday. The Pirates will square off against the Rebels at 3:45 p.m. One thing working in Pacific's favor is that they have posted at least ten runs in their last three contests.
Pacific had to skate by with only a two-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 25-run drubbing they dealt Public Safety Academy last Wednesday. The Pirates' pitcher stepped up to hand the Phoenix a 25-0 shutout. The win continues a trend for the Pirates in their matchups with the Phoenix: they've now won three in a row.
Edgar Aguilar
| 03/25/26 @ Public Safety Academy | 5 |
| 03/02/26 vs Norton Science & Language Academy | 4 |
| 03/13/26 vs Big Bear | 3 |
| 02/27/26 vs United Christian Academy | 2 |
| 03/18/26 @ Indian Springs | 1 |
Edgar Aguilar was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over five innings pitched. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one walk in eight consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-5 with five RBI, two runs, and one double. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high.
Pacific kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in five consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, it may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Miller ultimately got the result they hoped for on Wednesday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past Indian Springs 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Rebels have posted since May 16, 2025.
Miller gave Matthew Almeraz the start and clearly made the right call: he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Elian Salas, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with one run, one double, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Adrian Quintana, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Pacific's record now sits at 4-6-1. As for Miller, their record is now 5-3.
Pacific's speedy runners might be the difference in Friday's game. The Pirates have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.8 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Miller, though, as they've been averaging only 1.4 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Pacific continue to outrun the ball?
Pacific suffered a grim 13-0 defeat to Miller when the teams last played back in April of 2025. Can the Pirates avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
