Merino won the last time they faced Wiggins, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Merino Rams won by a run and slipped past the Wiggins Tigers 9-8.
Merino's victory was truly a team effort as six different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Zavier Trenkle, who went 3-for-4 with five RBI, two runs, and a double. Jaxson Samber was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
On Wiggins' side, Payton Nance stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Jack Epple, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Merino now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Wiggins, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Merino will have a chance to go back-to-back against Wiggins: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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