Tulare Union's game on Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They came out on top against the McLane Highlanders by a score of 9-4. With that victory, the Tribe brought their scoring average up to 6.2 runs per game.
Ryan Matthews
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Ryan Matthews made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three runs and one double. Those three runs gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ethan Willborn, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Emanuel Navarro was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Tulare Union hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as McLane struck out six times.
The win got Tulare Union back to even at 3-3. As for McLane, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4-1 record this season.
Tulare Union will head out on the road to challenge Exeter at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Tribe's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Monarchs have averaged an impressive 8.5 runs per game this season. As for McLane, they will host Parlier at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Panthers' pitching crew has only allowed 0.8 runs per game this season, so the Highlanders' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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