Shadow Mountain took a 18-run defeat the last time they faced off against Mingus, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Shadow Mountain Matadors narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Mingus Marauders 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Matadors have posted since April 5, 2024.
Alex Forkum spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on five hits and racked up eight Ks. What's more, he gave up only two walks, the fewest he's had since back in April of 2024.
Jack Zauner
| 03/08/25 vs Mingus | 3 |
| 03/04/25 vs Cortez | 3 |
| 02/27/25 vs Cortez | 3 |
| 03/01/25 vs Odyssey Institute | 2 |
| 02/28/25 vs Chino Valley | 2 |
| + 1 more games |
On the hitting side, Jack Zauner was excellent, scoring a run while going 3-for-3. He is becoming a predictor of Shadow Mountain's success: when he posts at least three hits the team is undefeated (and 0-3-1 when he doesn't).
The victory got Shadow Mountain back to even at 3-3-1. As for Mingus, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Coming up, Shadow Mountain will square off against Dysart at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mingus, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Bradshaw Mountain at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The timing isn't great for Mingus: they have been struggling with four straight losses at home dating back to last season, while Bradshaw Mountain has snatched up three consecutive wins on the road.
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