The Morrow Mustangs will head out on the road to face off against the Jonesboro Cardinals at 5:55 p.m. on Monday. Morrow is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses.
Last Thursday, Morrow fell victim to a tough 12-2 defeat at the hands of Mundy's Mill.
Freddie Woods made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-2 with two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Justin Edwards, who scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
Jonesboro can finally bid farewell to their seven-game losing streak thanks to their game on Wednesday. They blew past Lovejoy 10-1. That looming 10-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Jonesboro yet this season.
Adan Sanchez made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched six innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (he also only allowed one walk). Sanchez was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Jaylen McWilson was a standout: he scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Martrell Young, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with a stolen base and two RBI.
Morrow's loss dropped their record down to 6-10. As for Jonesboro, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-10.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Morrow has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .491. However, it's not like Jonesboro struggles in that department as they've averaged .472. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Morrow suffered a grim 11-1 defeat to Jonesboro in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Can Morrow avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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