Palatka had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Taylor Wildcats on Monday as the Palatka Panthers made off with an 8-1 victory. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Palatka also won the last time the pair played back in March.
Payton Williams looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Tanner Ortiz was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Jacob Gaskin was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
Palatka's win bumped their record up to 8-15. As for Taylor, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-14.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Palatka will take on Interlachen at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Interlachen is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Taylor, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Crescent City at 7:00 p.m. Taylor is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
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