After a string of four wins, Elbert's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 10-1 walloping at the hands of the Simla Cubs. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Elbert has scored all season.
For Simla's part, T.J. Eurich was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Eurich has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Eurich was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Treven Kochera, who went 1-for-4 with a home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last six times he's played. Another player making a difference was Andrew Patino, who went 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI.
Elbert's defeat dropped their record down to 5-3. As for Simla, the victory (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 6-4.
Elbert will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Lyons at 10:00 a.m. As for Simla, they will head out on the road to challenge Colorado Springs Christian at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Simla knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past five contests -- so hopefully Colorado Springs Christian likes a good challenge.
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