Gahr came out on top against Bellflower on Friday thanks in part to the team's impressive 11-run first inning. The Gladiators blew past the Buccaneers 13-3. The win continues a trend for the Gladiators in their matchups with the Buccaneers: they've now won six in a row.
Juan Carlos Munoz
| 05/02/25 vs Bellflower | 3 |
| 04/22/25 vs Warren | 1 |
| 03/08/25 vs Vista Murrieta | 0 |
| 02/28/25 vs Notre Dame (SO) | 3 |
Juan Carlos Munoz looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. What's more, he posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in February.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Andres Gonzalez, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in February. The team also got some help courtesy of Taison Miller, who went 1-for-2 with three RBI and one run.
Gahr hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least four batters in four consecutive matches.
Gahr's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 15-10. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games. As for Bellflower, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 9-17.
Looking ahead, Gahr will look to defend their home field on Saturday against El Segundo at 12:00 p.m. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Gladiators 3.3, the Eagles 4.1) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Bellflower, they are taking a road trip to square off against St. Anthony at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Saints will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something the Buccaneers surely won't give up without a fight.
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