After three games on the road, Grand County is heading back home. They will take on the North Sevier Wolves at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Grand County's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matches.
Grand County put the finishing touches on their tenth blowout victory of the season on Tuesday. They put the hurt on North Sevier with a sharp 17-1 win.
Kalan Bowden made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Bowden has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Bowden was also big at the plate, scoring a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Jt Dowd was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Caden Swasey, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Grand County's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 11-6. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.8 runs per game. As for North Sevier, their win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-8.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Grand County has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .432. However, it's not like North Sevier struggles in that department as they've averaged .450. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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