The Nova Titans will square off against the Coral Springs Colts at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Nova is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season.
Monday just wasn't the day for Nova's offense. They came up short against Jupiter on Monday, falling 12-0. The Titans just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
Meanwhile, Coral Springs came up short against Cardinal Gibbons on Thursday and fell 9-6.
Saul Betancourt was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out seven batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in February.
At the plate, Josh Garris was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run. That hit was his first of the season.
Even though they lost, Coral Springs lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Nova's loss dropped their record down to 7-6. As for Coral Springs, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-6 record this season.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Nova has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .440. However, it's not like Coral Springs struggles in that department as they've averaged .450. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Nova came out on top in a nail-biter against Coral Springs when the teams last played back in April of 2024, sneaking past 2-1. Does Nova have another victory up their sleeve, or will Coral Springs turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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