The Chester Clippers will look to defend their home field on Thursday against the Saul Razorbacks at 3:30 p.m. Chester is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.3 runs per game this season.
Last Tuesday, Chester sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-7 win over Academy Park. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Chester.
Jah'mai Brown was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits over 4.1 innings pitched. Brown has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Brown was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Neaven Diaz was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Saul scored the most runs they've had all season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell 17-14 to First Philadelphia Prep.
Shane Fleming made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole eight bases while getting on base in four of his eight plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Nyjay Jones, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of his six plate appearances.
Chester now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Saul, their loss was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-7.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Chester has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 11.9 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Saul struggles in that department as they've been averaging 7.8. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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