Crowley County came out on top against Rocky Ford on Tuesday thanks in part to the team's impressive seven-run fifth inning. The Chargers blew past the Meloneers 13-3. The win continues a trend for the Chargers in their matchups with the Meloneers: they've now won seven in a row.
Landon Smith
| 04/12/25 vs Hoehne | 3 |
| 04/22/25 @ Rocky Ford | 2 |
| 04/02/25 vs Florence | 2 |
| 03/25/25 @ Holly | 2 |
| 04/18/25 @ Rye | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
Landon Smith made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off eight hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs. Crowley County is undefeated when Smith posts two or more runs, but 4-6 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Derreck Buford, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. He has become a key player for Crowley County: the team is 6-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 2-5 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Jack King, who went 1-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
Crowley County pushed their record up to 8-6 with the victory, which was their third straight on the road. The road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.3 runs on average over those games. As for Rocky Ford, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-8 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Crowley County will square off against Las Animas at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Trojans will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something the Chargers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rocky Ford, they will take on Fowler at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Meloneers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Grizzlies have averaged an impressive 9.1 runs per game this season.
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