McArthur took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against South Plantation, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Mustangs had just enough and edged out the Paladins 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Mustangs have posted since February 10, 2025.
Eliecer Rodriguez
| 02/11/26 vs South Plantation | 6 |
| 02/10/25 vs Dr. Krop | 5 |
| 03/13/25 @ Fort Lauderdale | 4 |
| 02/24/25 @ Nova | 4 |
| 04/14/25 vs Pembroke Pines Charter | 3 |
Eliecer Rodriguez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. Those six strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
Rodriguez wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Alexander Martinez, who went 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
McArthur now has a winning record of 2-1.
Looking ahead, McArthur will face off against Fort Lauderdale at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for South Plantation, they will take on Nova at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The matchup will give the Paladins their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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