Metro Tech extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 4-9. They lost 17-1 to the McClintock Chargers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Chargers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-0 on Tuesday.
As for McClintock, their win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 13-9. The result was nothing new for the Chargers, who have now won eight matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
For McClintock's part, Cooper Furiga made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Furiga has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Alex Nemecek and Lucas Wisehart did most of the damage at the plate: Nemecek went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI, while Wisehart went 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI Nemecek has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Jamyr Lawrence, who went 1-for-2 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Metro Tech will venture away from home to square off against Carl Hayden Community at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Falcons have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.07 runs per game on average), something the Knights will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for McClintock, they are taking a road trip to challenge Kellis at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.21 runs per game on average), something the Chargers will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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