Tucker had to endure a 12-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Arabia Mountain Rams 21-14. Tucker's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Cesar De Los Santos was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits (and only one walk). De Los Santos was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played.
In other batting news, Cam Martinez was a standout: he scored five runs and stole seven bases while getting on base in five of his six plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. David Stenard was another key contributor, going 4-for-5 with four stolen bases, four runs, and four RBI.
On Arabia Mountain's side, Benjamin Rentz and Dewayne Shealey stepped up to the plate in a big way. Rentz scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Shealey scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Tucker's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-10. As for Arabia Mountain, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7.
Tucker will have a chance to go back-to-back against Arabia Mountain: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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