Raymond/South Bend was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 10-9 heartbreaker at the hands of the Wahkiakum Mules. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mules this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-3 back in March.
Jonah Rumbles was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He also put up a hit, which was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Edgar Chavez, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and one RBI.
Raymond/South Bend's loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Wahkiakum, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-1.
Looking ahead, Raymond/South Bend will look to defend their home field on Friday against Morton/White Pass at 4:00 p.m. The Ravens are facing the Timberwolves at the right time seeing as the Timberwolves are stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Wahkiakum, they will head out to challenge Oakville at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Mules' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Acorns have averaged an impressive 16 runs per game this season.
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