It may have taken nine innings to finish the job, but Placer ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Nevada Union Miners and snuck past 6-5. That's two games straight that Placer has won by just one run.
Jack Addison was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Devin Knight, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
On Nevada Union's side, Hagen Mees made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Carter Van Matre was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
Placer's win was their eighth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-7. As for Nevada Union, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-13 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Placer will take on Leroy Greene Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The last three games Placer has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Nevada Union, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Placer at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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