El Dorado scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Hot Springs Trojans with a sharp 17-1 win. The result was nothing new for El Dorado, who have now won seven matches by eight runs or more so far this season.
Mitchell Polk made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Polk has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Polk was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two RBI and a double.
In other pitching news, Jaxon Davis looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Holden Lowry, who scored four runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4. Jonah Davis was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
El Dorado has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 14-9 record this season. As for Hot Springs, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-12 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. El Dorado will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Lake Hamilton at 5:00 p.m. As for Hot Springs, they will square off against Arkansas at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Arkansas is coming into the game with three straight defeats at home, meaning Hot Springs will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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