For the second straight game, Merkel will face off against Wall. Merkel will square off against Wall at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Merkel has a tough task ahead: they'll enter the contest with three straight losses, while Wall will come in with six straight victories.
Merkel came up short against Wall on Friday, falling 16-2.
For Wall's part, Gage Reichenau and Gunnar Dillard were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Reichenau struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Dillard pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, he posted two strikeouts, the most he's had since back in February. At the plate, Reichenau went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI, while Dillard scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. That double marked the first that Reichenau hit this season.
In other batting news, Hagyn Barbee was incredible, going 2-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. Garren Wiggins was another key player, scoring two runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Wall always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .514. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Merkel only posted an OBP of .300.
Merkel's defeat dropped their record down to 9-6-1. As for Wall, their record now sits at 12-3.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Merkel has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .454. However, it's not like Wall struggles in that department as they've averaged .527. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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