Frazier Mountain extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 14 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-12 in the process. They lost 19-7 to the Rosamond Roadrunners. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Roadrunners this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 back in March.
Carsten Naujok made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI and one run. Another player making a difference was Maurice Tondreau, who went 1-for-3 with one triple and two RBI.
As for Rosamond, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-13. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Rosamond's side, Ayden Katuszonek made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Katuszonek was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He has become a key player for Rosamond: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 5-12 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Zane Adams, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three runs, one double, and one RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Rosamond's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 3-13 when he doesn't). The team also got some help courtesy of Luis Mendez, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with three stolen bases and two runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Frazier Mountain will challenge California City at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. The Ravens will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rosamond, they will face off against Bishop Union at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. The Roadrunners will need to watch out since the Broncos have now posted at least ten runs in their last three matches.
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