Whittier had lost eight straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 3-2 to make it nine. They lost 10-1 to the Santa Fe Chiefs. The contest marked the Cardinals' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
As for Santa Fe, with the victory, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Santa Fe's part, Devin Mota and Josiah Acosta made a splash while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Mota tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Acosta didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. At bat, Mota went 2-for-4 with one run and one double, while Acosta went a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Those two hits gave Mota a new career-high.
In other batting news, Julian Valdez was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Those three hits gave him a new career-high. James Oregon was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Looking ahead, Whittier will look to defend their home field on Friday against Rosemead at 3:00 p.m. The Cardinals' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season. As for Santa Fe, they will head out on the road to take on La Serna at 3:00 p.m. on Friday.
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