Frazier Mountain was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their ninth straight defeat. They lost 14-4 to the California City Ravens. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Frazier Mountain of the 24-13 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
For California City's part, Blake Moore made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Moore has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Moore was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Jack Moore was a standout: he scored three runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Jeremiah Baker, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
Frazier Mountain's defeat dropped their record down to 1-13. As for California City, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests, which provided a massive bump to their 14-9-1 record this season.
Frazier Mountain will be playing at home against Kern Valley at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. Kern Valley will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Frazier Mountain surely won't give up without a fight. As for California City, they will head out on the road to challenge Mammoth at 3:15 p.m. on Friday. Both teams will come into the game having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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