ThunderRidge lost against Legacy back in April of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The ThunderRidge Grizzlies fell 8-3 to the Legacy Lightning. The loss continues a trend for ThunderRidge in their matchups with Legacy: they've now lost four in a row.
For Legacy's part, Ethan Sanchez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over 4.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. Sanchez was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with a double and an RBI.
In other pitching news, Hudson Griffith looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, Henry Stafford was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Seth Olivier was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
ThunderRidge's defeat dropped their record down to 6-16. As for Legacy, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 11-10.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. ThunderRidge will take on Rocky Mountain at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Rocky Mountain is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season. As for Legacy, they will be playing at home against Legend at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Legend is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season.
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