For the second straight game, Detroit will face off against Pewitt. The Eagles will host the Brahmas at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Detroit has given up an average of 6.8 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Detroit lost 17-3 to Pewitt on Tuesday. The Eagles have struggled against the Brahmas recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost matchup.
For Pewitt's part, Tyson Jones made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off only two hits. Jones was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Thimas Knight, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Madden Green was another key player, going 1-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Pewitt always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .611. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Pewitt's win bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Detroit, their loss dropped their record down to 4-4.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Detroit has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .439. However, it's not like Pewitt struggles in that department as they've averaged .483. 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.
