For the second straight game, South San Antonio will face off against Seguin. The Bobcats will take on the Matadors at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. South San Antonio is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.5 runs per game this season.
South San Antonio heads in on the heels of a playoff match on Friday. They fell 10-7 to Seguin. The pitching woes were uncharacteristic for the Bobcats, who until this contest were averaging 3.58 runs allowed.
South San Antonio got a good showing from Alberto Tierranegra, who tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off five hits. Tierranegra has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one walk any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Roland Bazaldua made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and one RBI. Those stolen bases were his first of the season. Julian Hernandez was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Seguin's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 19-9-1. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.3 runs over those games. As for South San Antonio, their defeat dropped their record down to 15-9.
Saturday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. South San Antonio hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .317. However, it's not like Seguin struggles in that department as they've averaged .334. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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