For the second straight game, Gonzales will face off against John F. Kennedy. The Apaches will face off against the Rockets at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The squads are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: Gonzales has struggled recently with eight defeats in a row, while John F. Kennedy will arrive with three straight wins.
Gonzales fought the good fight in their extra-innings matchup against John F. Kennedy on Friday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell 10-5 to the Rockets.
For John F. Kennedy's part, BAYRON CRUZ made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. CRUZ also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because John F. Kennedy is 2-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 7-9 otherwise. CRUZ was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 3-for-5. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in doubles (two).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on MAX GARZA, who went 4-for-5 with three doubles, two runs, and one stolen base. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in February. Another player making a difference was JORGE PINA, who went 2-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
John F. Kennedy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Gonzales' loss dropped their record down to 0-18-1. As for John F. Kennedy, their record now sits at 9-10.
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