After having lost a blowout in their previous game against McArthur, Everglades was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They came out on top against the Fort Lauderdale Flying L by a score of 10-6. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Everglades also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2022.
Julio Amoedo looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Everglades got a big performance out of Justin Mercado, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Mercado has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Diego Gonzalez was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Everglades now has a winning record of 10-9-1. As for Fort Lauderdale, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 11 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-15 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Everglades will take on Goleman at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Fort Lauderdale, they will play host again on Wednesday to welcome Boyd Anderson, where first pitch is scheduled at 6:30 p.m.
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