Preview: Eastmark Firebirds vs. Combs Coyotes
The Eastmark Firebirds will head out on the road to challenge the Combs Coyotes at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Eastmark is looking to tack on another W to their 12-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
On Tuesday, Eastmark beat St. Mary's 5-1.
Lexi Mendez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up 15 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Sami Parisi was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Combs suffered a tough 16-5 loss at the hands of Goldwater two weeks ago.
Combs saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Molly Finkbeiner, who scored a run while going 2-for-3. Jasseryn Polanco ceja was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Eastmark is on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last ten contests, which provided a nice bump to their 13-3 record this season. As for Combs, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-8.
Friday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Eastmark has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .460. However, it's not like Combs struggles in that department as they've averaged .479. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Eastmark took their win against Combs in their previous matchup back in March of 2023 by a conclusive 11-1. Does Eastmark have another victory up their sleeve, or will Combs turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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