While Montezuma's victory against Baxter wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Braves sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-8 win over Baxter on Saturday.
Montezuma has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 4-6 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.8 runs over those games. As for Baxter, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-16.
Looking ahead, Montezuma will venture away from home to take on North Mahaska at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Baxter, they will host North Tama at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Redhawks' pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so Baxter's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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