Monroe had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the Grant Lancers by a score of 6-2 on Wednesday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Monroe also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2023.
Omar jesus Lopez looked comfortable as he pitched 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
On the hitting side, Raymond Ayala was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Erick Castillo was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
On Grant's side, Damian Gonzalez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and three unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up six Ks. Gonzalez has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Grant saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Carson Rinka, who went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
Monroe's victory bumped their record up to 10-7. As for Grant, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-6-1 record this season.
Monroe will have a chance to go back-to-back against Grant: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 3:00 p.m. on Friday.
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