D'Evelyn lost to Evergreen back in April of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The D'Evelyn Jaguars won by a run and slipped past the Evergreen Cougars 2-1.
The team relied heavily on Hector Lein, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
On Evergreen's side, Theo Beckley spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on five hits and racked up ten Ks. Beckley has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances.
D'Evelyn's victory bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Evergreen, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.
D'Evelyn will head out on the road to take on Wheat Ridge at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. D'Evelyn is facing Wheat Ridge at the right time seeing as Wheat Ridge is stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Evergreen, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Conifer at 4:00 p.m. Evergreen is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season.
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