Tucker had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 14-2 margin over the Lithonia Bulldogs. Tucker's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last four games.
David Stenard was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over four innings pitched. Stenard has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Stenard was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Robert Robinson was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three stolen bases, and five RBI. Another player making a difference was Alec Waller, who went 3-for-3 with three runs, a triple, and two RBI.
Tucker's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 5-15. As for Lithonia, they dropped their record down to 5-13 with that defeat, which was their eighth straight on the road.
Tucker will have a chance to go back-to-back against Lithonia: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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