For the second straight game, Clyde will face off against Wall. The Bulldogs will head out to challenge the Hawks at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Clyde has a tough task ahead: they'll enter the game with three straight losses, while Wall will come in with 17 straight wins.
Wall hit Clyde with a four-run third inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Bulldogs took a 6-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hawks.
For Wall's part, Kellan Oliver was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits. Those 12 strikeouts gave Oliver a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one triple and two RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one triple the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Reid Ballard was excellent, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Jacob Braden was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Wall was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .424. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .333 or higher in six consecutive matchups.
Clyde's defeat dropped their record down to 12-7-1. As for Wall, their record is now 21-8.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Clyde has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .479. However, it's not like Wall struggles in that department as they've averaged .502. 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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