Santiam extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 3-14 in the process. They took a 6-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Regis Rams. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Rams this season, with their most recent defeat being a 11-4 loss on Friday.
As for Regis, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won nine of their last ten games. That's provided a massive bump to their 12-8 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.1 runs over those games.
For Regis' part, Rook Smith was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Smith has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in seven consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one double. That double marked the first that he has hit this season.
In other pitching news, Korben Schumacher tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run while striking out nine over 4.2 innings pitched. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Luke Castillo, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Regis is 8-1 when Castillo posts two or more runs, but 4-7 otherwise.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Santiam will face off against rival Culver at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Regis is set to take on their familiar foe East Linn Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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