The Karnes City Badgers are taking a road trip to challenge the Luling Eagles at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Karnes City has given up an average of 9.7 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Karnes City is headed into Tuesday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Friday. They came up short against Poth, falling 16-1. Having soared to a lofty 12 runs in the game before, the Badgers couldn't push the score so high this time.
Luling never got on the board in their matchup on Tuesday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Stockdale on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 14-6 margin over the Brahmas. Considering the Eagles have won ten games by more than seven runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Nedeyin Magallanez was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Magallanez was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-6 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Serenity Nunez was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-5. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Xxabriella Rodriguez, who scored two runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Luling's record now sits at 11-12. As for Karnes City, they now have a losing record of 8-9.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Karnes City has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .547. However, it's not like Luling struggles in that department as they've averaged .486. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Karnes City skirted past Luling 10-9 in their previous meeting two weeks ago. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Badgers since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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