For the second straight game, Lassen will face off against West Valley. The Grizzlies will welcome the Eagles at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Lassen has won four straight at home, while West Valley won six straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
Lassen is probably headed into the game with a chip on their shoulder considering West Valley just ended the team's seven-game winning streak on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Eagles by a score of 4-3.
For West Valley's part, Bryton Miller was excellent, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Degan Palos was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one run.
West Valley's win bumped their record up to 18-5. As for Lassen, their loss dropped their record down to 14-13.
Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Lassen has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .474. However, it's not like West Valley struggles in that department as they've averaged .444. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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