For the second straight game, Plum will face off against Franklin Regional. The Mustangs will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against the Panthers at 7:00 p.m. Plum will be looking to extend their current six-game winning streak.
Plum had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the seven-run drubbing they dealt Franklin Regional on Monday. The Mustangs put the hurt on the Panthers with a sharp 12-5 victory. The Mustangs might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five matchups by six runs or more this season.
Plum got a great performance from Braden Kemmerer as he struck out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. Kemmerer has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Enzo Mele, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Timmy Ruggiero, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Plum's win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 11-2. Those road victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.3 runs over those games. As for Franklin Regional, with the loss, they broke their three-game winning streak and moved their record to 10-4.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Plum has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .466. However, it's not like Franklin Regional struggles in that department as they've averaged .454. 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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