Briggs extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping them down to 12-13. They came up short against the Whetstone Braves, falling 11-2. The Bruins were not able to make up for their defeat to the Braves from their previous meeting back in May of 2022.
Jose Mateo was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base and two RBI.
As for Whetstone, their record now sits at 17-9. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
On Whetstone's side, August Johnson made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Johnson has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in seven consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
As of now, neither Briggs nor Whetstone have any future games scheduled.
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