The Hico Tigers will face off against the Avalon Eagles at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Hico has given up an average of 6.8 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Avalon is facing Hico at the wrong time: Hico suffered their first home loss of the season on Tuesday and they're likely out for redemption. They took an 11-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Chargers. The Tigers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Price Mullin and Tyler Hunt stepped up to the plate in a big way. Mullin scored two runs and stole Four bases. while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances, while Hunt scored a run and stole Two bases. while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Those stolen bases marked the first that Mullin snagged this season. Another player making a difference was Cade Branquinho, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Avalon fell victim to Cayuga and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 6-0 to the Wildcats. Having soared to a lofty 16 runs in the game before, the Eagles' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Hico's defeat dropped their record down to 4-4-1. As for Avalon, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2-1.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Friday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Hico has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 7 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Avalon struggles in that department as they've been averaging 7.8 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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