Broadmoor extended their losing streak to seven on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-7. They lost 18-6 to the Family Christian Flames. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Flames this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-3 on February 10th.
As for Family Christian, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 8-4. Considering they have won seven games by more than six runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
For Family Christian's part, Richard Palotta and Devyn Baker made a big impact no matter where they played. Throwing, Palotta pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Baker tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Palotta has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one hit in seven consecutive appearances. At bat, Palotta went a perfect 1-for-1 with two RBI, while Baker went 1-for-2 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Family Christian is undefeated when Baker posts two or more runs, but 1-4 otherwise.
In other batting news, Brian Washington was a standout: he went a perfect 2-for-2 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one triple. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Parker Ruckman, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Looking ahead, Broadmoor will be playing at home against Port Allen at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Family Christian, they will square off against Plaquemine at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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