Gateway extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 2-8. They fell 3-0 to the Fort Myers Green Wave. The Eagles were not able to make up for their loss to the Green Wave from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
Braden Van Klingeren was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits.
As for Fort Myers, they pushed their record up to 7-1 with the victory, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.7 runs on average over those games.
On Fort Myers' side, they gave Adler Cervio the start and clearly made the right call: he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched.
At the plate, Kaedyn Palmer was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gateway will square off against East Lee County at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fort Myers, they will challenge Mariner at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Green Wave's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tritons have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season.
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