Poplar Bluff lost against Jackson back in May of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Mules fell 9-6 to the Fighting Indians. That's two games in a row now that the Mules have lost by exactly three runs.
Bryce Dobbs made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. That stolen base was his first of the season. Marcus Tabanera was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Poplar Bluff has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-10 record this season. As for Jackson, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 10-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Poplar Bluff will square off against Dexter at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Mules' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bearcats have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season. As for Jackson, they will host Fox at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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