Stevens had to endure an eight-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-2 win over the Jay Mustangs on Thursday. That's more bragging rights for Stevens, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Nayely Rodriguez was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Rodriguez was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Rodriguez wasn't the only one making solid contact as one players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jesselle Pardo, who went 1-for-2 with a stolen base and a double.
Stevens' victory ended a six-game drought at home and bumped them up to 8-15. As for Jay, they dropped their record down to 12-11 with that defeat, which was their fourth straight on the road.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Stevens will square off against Harlan at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Harlan's pitching crew has only allowed two runs per game this season, so Stevens' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Jay, they will head out on the road to take on Holmes at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Holmes will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Jay surely won't give up without a fight.
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