Pine Bluff extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-21. They came up short against the Arkansas Razorbacks, falling 18-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Razorbacks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-0 back in April.
As for Arkansas, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-14. Considering they have won seven matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Arkansas' part, Eli Wall was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out six over four innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts Wall has posted since back in March. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Arkansas' success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 4-1 (and 5-13 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Arkansas got a massive performance out of C.J. Cleveland, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI, one triple, and one stolen base. Those three RBI gave Cleveland a new career-high. Kaden Brunson was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pine Bluff will venture away from home to face off against Hot Springs at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Trojans have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15.44 runs per game on average), something the Fighting Zebras will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Arkansas, they will head out on the road to square off against Sheridan at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The last three games the Yellowjackets have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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