Stone Ridge Christian is 0-5 against Le Grand since March of 2016 but things could change on Tuesday. The Stone Ridge Christian Knights will be playing in front of their home fans against the Le Grand Bulldogs at 4:00 p.m.
Stone Ridge Christian is headed into Tuesday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game dating back to last season on Tuesday. They came up short against Denair, falling 10-0.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Le Grand). Everything went their way against Modesto Christian on Tuesday as Le Grand made off with a 12-2 victory. The Bulldogs not only won on Tuesday, but they posted their biggest win since March 8, 2024.
Jose Manzo and Fabian Meza made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Manzo tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Meza pitched three innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. At bat, Manzo scored two runs and stole Two bases. while going 2-for-3, while Meza scored two runs while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
In other batting news, Diego Martinez was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Johnathan Benavidez was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Le Grand always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .607. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Le Grand's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-3. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games. As for Stone Ridge Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-3.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Stone Ridge Christian has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.7 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Le Grand struggles in that department as they've been averaging 3 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Stone Ridge Christian might still be hurting after the 14-2 loss they got from Le Grand when the teams last played back in March of 2024. Will Stone Ridge Christian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
