Piute had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the six-run drubbing they dealt Panguitch on Saturday. The Thunderbirds blew past the Bobcats 8-2. The game was the first time the Thunderbirds have beaten the Bobcats on their field since October 8, 2022.
Blake Dalton
| 08/09/25 vs Panguitch | 9 |
| 08/06/25 @ Wayne | 7 |
| 10/04/24 vs Utah Military Academy - Hill Field | 6 |
| 09/20/24 vs Valley | 5 |
| 09/18/24 vs Bryce Valley | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
Blake Dalton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in August of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and three runs.
In other batting news, Crew Montague was excellent, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and one run. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Nash Fautin was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one run.
Piute's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Panguitch, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Coincidentally, Piute and Panguitch will both be playing Bryce Valley the next time they take the field. The Bobcats will head out to face the Mustangs at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, while the Thunderbirds will head out to face them at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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