The Montrose Red Hawks are taking a road trip to take on the Grand Junction Tigers at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Montrose is coming into the match on a five-game losing streak.
Things were looking good for Montrose after they put the first points on the board on Thursday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They came up short against Delta, falling 15-5. While the Red Hawks didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Panthers 1-0 in the first period.
Abby Siegel made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Zuri Balleck, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a double.
Meanwhile, it was a proper cat-fight when Grand Junction challenged Fruita Monument on Tuesday. Grand Junction fell 8-4 to Fruita Monument.
Kaylie Kellerby made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. What's more, she also posted a .750 OBP, which is the highestshe's posted since back in September.
Montrose's defeat dropped their record down to 7-15. As for Grand Junction, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 13-9.
Saturday's game will be a test for both team's pitchers. Montrose hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of 0. However, it's not like Grand Junction struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Montrose might still be hurting after the 17-0 defeat they got from Grand Junction in their previous matchup back in September. Can Montrose avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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