Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Dos Palos). Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Avenal Buccaneers a 30-0 shutout on Friday. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Broncos considering their one-run performance the contest before.
Trevin Vincent and Earl Riley were a major factor while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Vincent struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Riley tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. At bat, Vincent scored five runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Riley scored two runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Vincent also put up a double, which was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Dos Palos got a massive performance out of Tevin Clay, who went 3-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Chaz Merrell, who got on base in five of his six plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Broncos
| 04/04/25 @ Avenal | 18 |
| 03/31/25 vs Hanford West | 6 |
| 03/28/25 @ Hilmar | 8 |
| 03/26/25 vs Liberty | 4 |
| 03/21/25 @ Kerman | 3 |
| + 6 more games |
Dos Palos kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 18 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in May of 2024.
Dos Palos' victory bumped their record up to 5-7. As for Avenal, their loss was their fifth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-9.
Looking ahead, Dos Palos will host Mendota at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Avenal, they are taking a road trip to challenge Coalinga at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Horned Toads will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last.
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