Edgewood extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-5. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the South El Monte Eagles. That's two games in a row now that the Lions have lost by just one run.
Edgewood saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Noah Ramirez, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI. Nathan Martinez also deserves some recognition as he scored his first runs of the season.
As for South El Monte, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-3. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of one runs across that stretch.
On South El Monte's side, Joshua Chavez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up six Ks. Chavez has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Edgewood will head out to challenge Gabrielino at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. As for South El Monte, they are headed away from home for the first time to square off against Flintridge Prep at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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