The Dr. Krop Lightning will head out on the road to take on the American Patriots at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Dr. Krop's pitching crew has only allowed 3.1 runs per game this season, so American's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Dr. Krop came into Tuesday's game having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against South Broward by a score of 4-1 on Tuesday.
Joshua Jakubowicz looked comfortable as he tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk).
On the hitting side, Zachary Haggerty was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Jake DeAngelis, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, American had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 7-3 win over Hialeah Gardens on Wednesday.
Raul Pinales was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits over four innings pitched. Pinales was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Pinales wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Amari Lucas, who scored a run while going 1-for-4. Amir Lucas was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Dr. Krop's record now sits at 4-6. As for American, their victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-8.
American's hitters will have their work cut out for them on Thursday. Dr. Krop has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8.3 strikeouts per game. It's a different story for American, though, as they've been averaging only 2.4. Will Dr. Krop keep running through batters, or will American buck the trend?
Dr. Krop skirted past American 4-3 in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. The rematch might be a little tougher for Dr. Krop since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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