After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Blake brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They walked away with a 12-9 victory over the Tampa Bay Tech Titans on Tuesday. Considering Blake's hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Ze'Kori Newton and Justin Jackson were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Newton struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off five hits. Meanwhile, Jackson pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. At bat, Newton scored two runs while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances, while Jackson scored a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Anthony Mathews was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5. Another player making a difference was Joaquiel Barerra, who scored a run while going 3-for-3.
On Tampa Bay Tech's side, Javion McKay and Mathew Rojas did some serious damage despite the final result: McKay scored three runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3, while Rojas went 1-for-3 with four RBI and a run. The team also got some help courtesy of Mekhi Johnson, who scored a run and stole a base.
Blake's win bumped their record up to 5-13. As for Tampa Bay Tech, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 12 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-17 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Blake will square off against Middleton at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Blake is facing Middleton at the right time seeing as Middleton is stuck on an 18-game losing streak. As for Tampa Bay Tech, they will head out on the road to face off against Leto at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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