Monticello hadn't done well against Nucla recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Monticello Buckaroo were the clear victor by an 11-1 margin over the Nucla Mustangs. Fans of the Buckaroo have seen this all before: every one of the games they've played this season has ended in a blowout of 6+ runs.
Triston Felix
| 03/20/25 @ Nucla | 15 |
| 03/10/25 vs Dolores | 13 |
| 03/06/25 @ Monument Valley | 9 |
| 05/04/24 vs Millard | 8 |
| 05/04/24 @ San Juan | 2 |
| + 3 more games |
Triston Felix was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 15 over six innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April of 2024. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Felix is crushing it when it comes to hits: he's got at least three every time he's taken the field this season.
In other batting news, Jackson Keyes was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Keyes is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Camren Carpenter was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two runs.
Monticello was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .379. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Nucla only posted a batting average of .143.
The win (which was Monticello's third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Looking ahead, Monticello will take on Grand County at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Nucla, they will challenge Rangely at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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