After losing to Payton College Prep the last time they met, Taft decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Eagles walked away with an 8-5 win over the Grizzlies on Tuesday.
Daniel Alvarez
Daniel Alvarez tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over 5.1 innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Taft is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 4-8 otherwise.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Wes Blitz, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Evan Jocic, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Taft's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-8. As for Payton College Prep, they now also have a losing record of 7-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Taft will face off against Von Steuben at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Payton College Prep, they will take on Lane Tech at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Champions will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something the Grizzlies surely won't give up without a fight.
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