Block won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Tuesday. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 20-8 walloping at the hands of the Peabody Warhorses. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Block in their matchups with Peabody: they've now lost three in a row.
For Peabody's part, Daylan Gatson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out 13 batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off three hits. Gatson was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with three stolen bases, seven RBI, and three runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Henry Rachal, who scored four runs and stole three bases while going 4-for-5. Freddie Byrd was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and a triple.
Block now has a losing record at 6-7. As for Peabody, their record is now 5-12.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Block will challenge Sicily Island at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Block is facing Sicily Island at the right time seeing as Sicily Island is stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Peabody, they will head out on the road to square off against Wossman at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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