Eagle Pass had lost five straight on the road, but on Friday they dropped down to 7-6-2 to make it six. They fell just short of the Medina Valley Panthers by a score of 4-3. The Eagles were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Panthers earlier this season, when they won 5-3.
Aquiles Garcia was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over six innings pitched. What's more, he gave up only one walk, the fewest he's had since back in February.
At the plate, David Hernandez made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
As for Medina Valley, their record now sits at 11-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since February 20th.
On Medina Valley's side, Hunter Hurtado looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Hurtado has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Medina Valley secured the win behind a pair of hitters. One of them was Reese Hatcher, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Eagle Pass will face off against Central Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Buttons will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight. As for Medina Valley, they will challenge Laredo LBJ at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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