The Carson Cougars will square off against the West Rowan Falcons at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Carson is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
Oak Grove hit Carson with a seven-run fourth inning on Friday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Cougars lost 11-4 to the Grizzlies. The Cougars have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Ryan Snyder made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That home run was his first of the season.
Meanwhile, West Rowan entered their tilt with West Davidson on Saturday with six consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with seven. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 18-16 victory over the Dragons. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Falcons have posted since May 6, 2025.
West Rowan's victory bumped their record up to 7-1. As for Carson, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-4.
Wednesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Carson has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .449. However, it's not like West Rowan struggles in that department as they've averaged .489. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Carson couldn't quite finish off West Rowan when the teams last played back in April of 2025 and fell 11-9. Can the Cougars avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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