For the second straight game, Hatley will face off against Hamilton. The Tigers will square off against the Lions at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hatley has given up an average of 7.7 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
It was a proper cat-fight when Hatley duked it out with Hamilton on Tuesday. The Tigers lost 16-2 to the Lions. The Tigers have struggled against the Lions recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.
For Hamilton's part, J.D. Whitaker spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on two hits and racked up seven Ks. Whitaker has been consistent: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Braedyn Lackie was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Tez Danner, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Hamilton kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Hamilton is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-3 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.4 runs on average over those games. As for Hatley, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-8.
Friday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hatley has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .470. However, it's not like Hamilton struggles in that department as they've averaged .484. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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