Los Angeles CES hasn't had much luck against Palisades recently, but that could start to change on Wednesday. The Unicorns are taking a road trip to take on the Dolphins at 12:00 p.m.
Los Angeles CES is headed into the matchup having just suffered their biggest loss since March 21st on Monday. They lost 10-3 to Venice.
Los Angeles CES got a good showing from Alex Choi, who tossed three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit.
On the hitting side, Brandon Phan was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI and one run.
The home team had won the previous three meetings between Palisades and University, and Palisades kept the tradition alive. The Dolphins put the hurt on the Wildcats with a sharp 12-5 victory on Monday. The Dolphins might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine contests by six runs or more this season.
Logan Bailey was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last five games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jack Kurland, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Palisades always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .556. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Palisades has been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 13 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-9 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.4 runs over those games. As for Los Angeles CES, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-9.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Wednesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Los Angeles CES has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 5.2 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Palisades struggles in that department as they've been averaging 4.6 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Los Angeles CES suffered a grim 7-1 defeat to Palisades in their previous matchup back in March. Can the Unicorns avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
