Gary West Side had lost 13 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 0-5 to make it 14. They came up short against the Hammond Morton Governors, falling 21-3. The Cougars were not able to make up for their defeat to the Governors from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
As for Hammond Morton, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 5-6. That looming 21-3 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Hammond Morton's part, Jake Rodriguez made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Rodriguez was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Michael Stevens was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with seven RBI, two triples, and two stolen bases. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last five games he's played. Emiliano Abeyta also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Coincidentally, Gary West Side and Hammond Morton will both be playing East Chicago Central the next time they take the field. The Cougars will host the Cardinals at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Governors will host them at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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