There's no place like home for Ponderosa, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Monday. They blew past the Denver East Angels 10-4 on Tuesday. That looming 10-4 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Mustangs yet this season.
Nick Moe looked comfortable as he pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than one walk in six consecutive appearances.
Isai Santaella
| 04/01/25 vs Denver East | 4 |
| 03/31/25 @ Arapahoe | 3 |
| 03/18/25 vs Damonte Ranch | 3 |
| 03/17/25 @ Tolleson | 3 |
| 03/07/25 @ Palisade | 3 |
| + 5 more games |
On the hitting side, Isai Santaella was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three stolen bases, and three runs. Ponderosa is 4-1 when Santaella posts three or more hits, but 2-3 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Grady Jacobs, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3.
Ponderosa always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .529. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Ponderosa pushed their record up to 6-4 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.0 runs over those games. As for Denver East, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ponderosa will take on Loveland at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Denver East, they will square off against Denver South at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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