For the second straight game, Calexico will face off against Holtville. The Bulldogs will be playing in front of their home fans against the Vikings at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Calexico is coming into the match hot, having won their last nine games.
Calexico had to skate by with only a two-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the eight-run drubbing they dealt Holtville on Tuesday. The Bulldogs blew past the Vikings 10-2. The Bulldogs might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by six runs or more this season.
Jose Ortega was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in nine consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other pitching news, Antonio Gonzalez tossed a big game, striking out eight batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Andree Tapia was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Ander Garcia, who earned three RBI and two runs.
Calexico pushed their record up to 18-3-1 with the win, which was their fifth straight on the road. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 2.6 runs across that stretch. As for Holtville, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last ten games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-17 record this season.
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