Firestone had to kick off their season on the road on Monday, but they showed no ill effects. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Buchtel Griffins a 9-0 shutout. That's more bragging rights for Firestone, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Malcolm Bufford made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Bufford was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, Firestone let Nick Cribbet and Brennen Hostler loose on the outfield. Cribbet scored two runs while going 3-for-3, while Hostler went 2-for-3 with four RBI and a double. CJ Heller was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Firestone will have a chance to go back-to-back against Buchtel: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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