There's no place like home for Seventy-First, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Monday. They put the hurt on the E.E. Smith Golden Bulls with a sharp 16-4 win on Friday. That looming 16-4 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Seventy-First yet this season.
Nasir Nelson and Chris Melendez were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Nelson pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Melendez tossed two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. At bat, Nelson scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3, while Melendez went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Isaiah Kirby, who scored a run and stole four bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Seventy-First's victory bumped their record up to 5-18. As for E.E. Smith, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-18.
As of now, neither Seventy-First nor E.E. Smith have any future games scheduled.
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