Bauxite took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Pulaski Academy, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Miners had just enough and edged out the Bruins 5-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Miners have posted since March 5th.
Bauxite got a great performance from Hunter Oates as he tossed 5.1 innings while giving up just two earned runs off one hit.
Wyatt Hunter
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On the hitting side, Wyatt Hunter was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two runs. He is becoming a predictor of Bauxite's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 4-10 when he doesn't). Wyatt Foreman also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Bauxite moved to 7-10 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Pulaski Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 17-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bauxite will host Star City at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.8 runs per game on average), something the Miners will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Pulaski Academy, they will challenge Robinson at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Bruins 3.6, the Senators 3.9) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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