Mingus hadn't done well against Coconino recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Marauders put the hurt on the Panthers with a sharp 14-4 win. That's two games straight that the Marauders have won by exactly ten runs.
Xzayvier Buckner made a splash while hitting and pitching. He tossed 6.2 innings while giving up four earned runs off five hits. Buckner was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Carter Wacker, who went 3-for-5 with one home run, four runs, and five RBI. He continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Silas Scott was another key player, going 2-for-5 with four RBI and one double.
Marauders
| 04/11/25 @ Coconino | 14-4 |
| 04/10/25 vs Mohave | 13-3 |
| 04/08/25 @ Mohave | 7-3 |
| 04/04/25 vs Moon Valley | 8-1 |
The victory was the fourth in a row for Mingus, bringing their record up to 8-13-1. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.5 runs over those games. As for Coconino, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-11-1.
Coming up, Mingus will face off against Mica Mountain at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Coconino, they will square off against Poston Butte at 5:45 p.m. on Monday.
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