The Intrinsic Mustangs will be playing in front of their home fans against the Senn Bulldogs at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Intrinsic is out to stop a five-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season.
On Tuesday, Intrinsic earned an 8-4 win over Steinmetz College Prep. That looming 8-4 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Intrinsic yet this season.
Joel Diaz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Diaz has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Diaz was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Damian Agudo was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three stolen bases and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Brandon Loredo, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Senn gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. They put the hurt on Foreman with a sharp 11-2 win.
Like Intrinsic, Senn also got a great game from a two-way player: Elijah Libretti. He didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. Libretti was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with four RBI and two runs.
In other batting news, Calvin Cook was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Jones Sweetman was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Intrinsic's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Senn, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a massive bump to their 4-6 record this season.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Thursday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Intrinsic has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 10.6 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Senn struggles in that department as they've been averaging 8.3. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one.
Intrinsic took their win against Senn when the teams last played back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 12-5. Does Intrinsic have another victory up their sleeve, or will Senn turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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