Cordova extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 11-11-1 in the process. They lost 11-1 to the McClatchy Lions. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Lions this season, with their most recent defeat being a 18-0 loss back in March.
Cordova saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Levi Nyberg, who went 2-for-3 with one double.
As for McClatchy, their victory bumped their record up to 18-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matchups by eight runs or more this season.
On McClatchy's side, Nico Chandler made a big impact no matter where he played. He pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Chandler posted two strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
In other pitching news, Everett Yeske looked comfortable as he struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March.
Back at the plate, Antonio Barber was incredible, going a perfect 1-for-1 with four stolen bases and two runs. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jace Martinez, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with two RBI and one run.
Looking ahead, Cordova will square off against Kennedy at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Lancers are facing the Cougars at the right time seeing as the Cougars are stuck on a 14-game losing streak. As for McClatchy, they will face off against West Park at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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