For the second straight game, Coronado will face off against Widefield. The Cougars will welcome the Gladiators at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Coronado has given up an average of 11.1 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Tuesday, Coronado came up short against Widefield and fell 12-7.
For Widefield's part, Nick Prantl was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Prantl has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single hit in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of Widefield's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 6-1 (and 4-6 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Brody Gizzi was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Zane Cleaton was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Widefield kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
The victory (which was Widefield's fourth in a row) raised their record to 10-7. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.8 runs over those games. As for Coronado, their loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 4-1 and their overall record down to 6-11.
Thursday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Coronado has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .455. However, it's not like Widefield struggles in that department as they've averaged .466. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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