Gallup had lost three straight on the road, but on Saturday they dropped their record down to 5-17 to make it four. They lost 8-2 to the Miyamura Patriots. The Bengals were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Patriots earlier this season, when they won 6-5.
Gallup saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Mason Denetclaw, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one RBI.
As for Miyamura, the win got them back to even at 12-12. Considering they have won eight games by more than five runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
On Miyamura's side, Brady Antonio spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on two hits and racked up nine Ks. Antonio also tossed a walk, which is notable because the Patriots are 4-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 8-11 otherwise.
At the plate, Miyamura got a massive performance out of Shane Escajeda, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with five stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. The Patriots are undefeated when Escajeda posts two or more runs, but 8-12 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Xavier Brown, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Looking ahead, Gallup will be playing at home against Grants at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Miyamura does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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