Grandview is 8-2 against Arapahoe since April of 2017, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Grandview Wolves will be playing in front of their home fans against the Arapahoe Warriors at 4:15 p.m. Both teams come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Grandview gave up the first runs on Tuesday, but they didn't let that get them down. They came out on top against Cherokee Trail by a score of 6-3.
Justin Dean spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned runs on five hits and racked up seven Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Chase Chapman was excellent, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Meanwhile, it may have taken nine innings to finish the job, but Arapahoe ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over Cherry Creek. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Arapahoe.
Kellan Dreiling looked comfortable as he didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Tyson Watson, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Grandview's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-6. As for Arapahoe, their win bumped their record up to 7-3.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Thursday as both teams have some strikeout artists on the roster. Grandview has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 8.8 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Arapahoe struggles in that department as they've been averaging 7.8. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Grandview took their victory against Arapahoe in their previous matchup back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 11-4. Does Grandview have another victory up their sleeve, or will Arapahoe turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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