The Highland Scots will head out to take on the Oakmont Vikings at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Highland will be strutting in after a win while Oakmont will be coming in after a loss.
Highland was handed a eight-run defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Monday. They won by a run and slipped past Hanford West 4-3. The victory was some much needed relief for the Scots as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Highland's win was truly a team effort as four different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Elijah Legan, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. That's the most stolen bases Legan has posted since back in March.
Meanwhile, Oakmont unfortunately witnessed the end of their six-game winning streak on Monday. They lost 8-2 to Buchanan.
Oakmont's loss dropped their record down to 17-4. As for Highland, their victory bumped their record up to 12-4.
Tuesday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Highland hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .318. However, it's not like Oakmont struggles in that department as they've averaged .331. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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