For the second straight game, Jackson County will face off against Smith County. Jackson County will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Smith County at 6:00 p.m.
Monday just wasn't the day for Jackson County's offense. They came up short against Smith County on Monday, falling 10-0. The Blue Devils have struggled against the Owls recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive lost meeting.
For Smith County's part, they let Riley Martin and Jacob Lapham run wild. Martin scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3, while Lapham scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. That's the most runs Martin has posted since back in March of 2024. Another player making a difference was Wyatt Claywell, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and two RBI.
The victory keeps Smith County at an undefeated 9-0. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 9.1 runs this season. As for Jackson County, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.
Tuesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Jackson County has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .443. However, it's not like Smith County struggles in that department as they've averaged .457. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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