For the second straight game, Peebles will face off against Lynchburg-Clay. The Indians will be playing in front of their home fans against the Mustangs at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Peebles has given up an average of 6.7 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Peebles came into their game on Monday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They came up short against Lynchburg-Clay, falling 11-1. The game marked the Indians' lowest-scoring match so far this season.
For Lynchburg-Clay's part, Christian Flowers made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Flowers has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Trevor Niehaus was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That home run was his first of the season. Cody Bell was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
Lynchburg-Clay hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in four consecutive contests.
Lynchburg-Clay pushed their record up to 9-2 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. The home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 17.7 runs over those games. As for Peebles, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Peebles has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 5.2 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Lynchburg-Clay struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 6.5 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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