For the second straight game, Pershing County will face off against Yerington. The Mustangs will head out to challenge the Lions at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The squads are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: Pershing County has struggled recently with three defeats in a row, while Yerington will arrive with eight straight wins.
Yerington hit Pershing County with a six-run second inning on Tuesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Mustangs lost 11-1 to the Lions.
For Yerington's part, Valor Angle was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Angle has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, Nolan Landa was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last five games he's played. Another player making a difference was Brent Brinkley, who went 1-for-2 with three stolen bases and two runs.
Yerington's record now sits at 18-2. As for Pershing County, their loss dropped their record down to 13-7.
Saturday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Pershing County hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .325. However, it's not like Yerington struggles in that department as they've averaged .344. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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