Matanzas lost against Menendez back in March of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Matanzas Pirates fell 8-5 to the Menendez Falcons.
Matanzas got a good showing from Daniel Reyes, who tossed four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits.
On the hitting side, Dylan Vanderbur was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Nick Pandich, who scored two runs and stole one base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Matanzas' defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Matanzas will head out on the road to challenge Nease at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Menendez, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against St. Augustine at 7:00 p.m.
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