The Independence Patriots are taking a road trip to square off against the Browne Bruins at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Independence has given up an average of 15 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Independence lost 11-3 to Maryvale on Thursday. The Patriots have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Copper Canyon hit Browne with a five-run seventh inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Bruins fell just short of the Aztecs by a score of 9-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Bruins have suffered since March 10, 2025.
Nery Munoz was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He struck out seven batters over 6.1 innings while giving up three earned (and six unearned) runs off five hits (and not a single walk). Munoz was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run.
In other batting news, Jayc Garcia was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two RBI. Axel Inzunza was another key player, going 1-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Independence's record now sits at 1-3. As for Browne, their record is now 0-2.
Independence might still be hurting after the 16-6 defeat they got from Browne in their previous meeting back in April of 2025. Can the Patriots avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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