Mingus was handed a two-point loss in their last contest, but they sure didn't let that happen against Agua Fria on Wednesday. The Mingus Marauders put the hurt on the Agua Fria Owls with a sharp 16-3 victory. That's more bragging rights for Mingus, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kaden Pusl made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Pusl has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Pusl was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Pops Godina, who went 5-for-5 with a home run, four runs, and four RBI. Carter Wacker was another key contributor, going 3-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a double.
On Agua Fria's side, Aldo Ohlmaier was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Ruben Guardado, who went 3-for-3 with an RBI.
Mingus' win bumped their record up to 11-13. As for Agua Fria, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-17.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mingus will face off against Coconino at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Agua Fria, they will head out on the road to take on Estrella Foothills at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Estrella Foothills will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Agua Fria surely won't give up without a fight.
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