MacArthur took an eight-run loss the last time they faced off against Galena Park, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Generals skirted past the Yellowjackets 4-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Generals have posted since April 25, 2025.
Adrian Mata was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched 6.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits. Mata was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and one stolen base.
Mata wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Robert Torres, who went 1-for-2 with two runs. Jeremiah Cepeda also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
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| 02/27/26 - Neutral | 4-2 W |
| 03/01/25 - Neutral | 0-8 L |
| 02/23/24 - Neutral | 1-7 L |
| 03/02/23 - Neutral | 2-7 L |
MacArthur's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Galena Park, their record now sits at 5-3-1.
MacArthur will have a chance to go back-to-back against the Yellowjackets: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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