For the second straight game, Gilroy will face off against Lincoln. The Mustangs will head out to challenge the Lions at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Gilroy has a tough task ahead: they'll enter the game with three straight losses, while Lincoln will come in with four straight wins.
On Wednesday, Gilroy came up short against Lincoln and fell 9-4.
For Lincoln's part, Andres Garcia was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 5.1 innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. Garcia was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one double.
In other batting news, Lincoln let Ryan Bernwanger and Evan Escobar run wild. Bernwanger went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double, while Escobar went 1-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. Bernwanger has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played. Another player making a difference was Urian Ramirez, who went 1-for-4 with two runs and one RBI.
Gilroy's defeat dropped their record down to 7-4. As for Lincoln, their record now sits at 9-2.
Friday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Gilroy hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .313. However, it's not like Lincoln struggles in that department as they've averaged .353. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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