Monte Vista extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 3-15 in the process. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 3-2 to the California Grizzlies, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since April 19, 2023, but that streak is no more.
Monte Vista got a good showing from Ethan Smith, who tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. What's more, Smith gave up only zero walks, the fewest he's had since back in March.
On the hitting side, Zane Worth made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season.
As for California, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 8-7. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of one runs across that stretch.
On California's side, Ryken Redondo looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. The Grizzlies are 3-1 when Redondo allows two or fewer earned runs, but 5-6 otherwise.
At the plate, California saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Johnny Edwards, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI. Another was Nick Hubbard, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one double.
Looking ahead, Monte Vista will host Livermore at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cowboys have averaged an impressive 6.3 runs per game this season. As for California, they will venture away from home to challenge Dougherty Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Wildcats have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.69 runs per game on average), something the Grizzlies will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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