Lathrop scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 14-13 win over the West Wolfpack. With that victory, Lathrop brought their scoring average up to 6.4 runs per game.
Anthony Gallardo and Mathew Rankin made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Gallardo pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). Meanwhile, Rankin tossed 4.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off two hits. Gallardo has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Gallardo scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4, while Rankin scored three runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Omare Cross was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Chris Williams, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
On West's side, Angelo Diaz made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored five runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Noah Guerrero, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with three RBI.
Lathrop's win bumped their record up to 5-6. As for West, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-4.
Lathrop will be playing in front of their home fans against Pacheco at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. One thing working in Pacheco's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last five contests. As for West, they will head out on the road to square off against Freedom at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. West has given up an average of 8.6 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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