Rutherford had taken Bay down for three straight games at home, but that winning streak came to an end on Friday. The Rutherford Rams fell just short of the Bay Tornadoes by a score of 7-5. The Rams were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tornadoes apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Connor Ward and Rainel Melendez did some serious damage despite the final result: Ward scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Melendez scored a run and stole Two bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. That's the most hits Ward has posted since back in April of 2024.
Rutherford's defeat dropped their record down to 3-7. As for Bay, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-3 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rutherford will face off against Aucilla Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Bay, they will take on Bozeman at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Bozeman comes in on seven and Bay on three.
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