The Dymally Challengers will head out on the road to challenge the Animo Robinson Monarchs at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Dymally is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season.
On Monday, it was a hard-fought match, but Dymally had to settle for a 5-4 loss against Animo Venice.
Alejandro Rodriguez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on three hits and racked up 11 Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Luiz Medina was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Daniel Mendoza, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles and an RBI.
Meanwhile, Animo Robinson scored the most runs they've had all season to find success last Monday. They put the hurt on Jordan with a sharp 11-5 victory.
The team relied heavily on Omar Hernandez, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-4.
Dymally's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4-1. As for Animo Robinson, they now have a winning record of 2-1-1.
Animo Robinson's pitching crew has a tough task ahead of them: Dymally has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .454. It's a different story for Animo Robinson, though, as they've only averaged .345. Will they be able to contain Dymally's hitters? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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