Baseball Game Preview: Dodd City Hornets vs. Tom Bean Tomcats

The Dodd City Hornets will take on the Tom Bean Tomcats at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Dodd City has given up an average of 11.4 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Dodd City came up short against Sam Rayburn on Friday, falling 16-7. The Hornets haven't had much luck with the Rebels recently, as the team has come up short the last five times they've met.

Gavin Shindler

Runs

03/21/25 vs Sam Rayburn	2
03/14/25 vs Savoy	2
03/14/25 vs Savoy	2
02/25/25 vs Non Varsity Opponent	1

Dodd City saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gavin Shindler, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Shindler has become a key player for Dodd City: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 0-5 otherwise. Kaleb Covington also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.

Meanwhile, Tom Bean was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They took a 7-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of Pottsboro.

Tom Bean's defeat dropped their record down to 7-6. As for Dodd City, their loss dropped their record down to 2-6.

Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Dodd City has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .486. However, it's not like Tom Bean struggles in that department as they've averaged .460. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Dodd City came up short against Tom Bean in their previous matchup back in March of 2024, falling 5-1. Will Dodd City have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.