Mission San Jose had lost 11 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-21 to make it 12. They lost 15-0 to the Washington Huskies. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Warriors of the 17-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Washington, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last nine games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-9 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Washington's part, Hugo Marks was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 11 over six innings pitched. Marks has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with two runs, two doubles, and two RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April.
In other pitching news, Ben Valenzuela looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Tristan Wells was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four runs, two doubles, and one triple. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Noah Paek, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs.
While Mission San Jose had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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