The Capital Jaguars will head out to take on the Manzano Monarchs at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Capital is coming into the game on a five-game losing streak.
Sandia hit Capital with a ten-run third inning on Saturday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Jaguars came up short against the Matadors, falling 15-0.
Capital saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Angel Bustamante, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base.
The home team had come away the winner the last four times Manzano and Rio Grande had met, but sadly for the fans who attended this one that wasn't the case. The Monarchs lost 14-2 to the Ravens on Wednesday.
Capital's loss dropped their record down to 8-15. As for Manzano, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-15.
Saturday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Capital hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .314. However, it's not like Manzano struggles in that department as they've averaged .319. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Capital might still be hurting after the 17-3 loss they got from Manzano in their previous meeting back in May of 2025. Can the Jaguars avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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