North was the 1-0 winner over Peninsula when they last played one another on Wednesday, but their luck changed this time around. The Saxons wound up with the same score they had in their last game (5-1), but sadly the team found themselves on the wrong side of the score this time.
North got a good showing from Nolan Shiroma, who pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Shiroma has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Daniel Park made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one home run. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season.
North dropped their record down to 10-14 with the defeat, which was their third straight on the road. As for Peninsula, their record is now 10-13.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. North will head out to take on South at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Peninsula, they will venture away from home to square off against Narbonne at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The last four games the Gauchos have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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