For the second straight game, Hanks will face off against Horizon. The Knights will welcome the Scorpions at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The squads are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: Hanks has struggled recently with four losses in a row, while Horizon will arrive with eight straight victories.
On Tuesday, Hanks came up short against Horizon and fell 11-6.
For Horizon's part, FRANKLIN MILLER and JONATHAN BENITEZ were major factors no matter where they played. Throwing, MILLER struck out ten batters over six innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Meanwhile, BENITEZ tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, he posted two strikeouts, the most he's had over his last three matchups. At the plate, MILLER went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI, while BENITEZ went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, RICARDO MARTINEZ was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with three RBI and one run. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. MARCUS OJEDA was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one double.
Hanks' defeat dropped their record down to 8-7-2. As for Horizon, their win bumped their record up to 13-5.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hanks has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .444. However, it's not like Horizon struggles in that department as they've averaged .443. 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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