Pioneers
| 04/29/25 @ Golden West | 3-2 |
| 04/24/25 vs Redwood | 0-11 |
| 04/22/25 @ Redwood | 2-3 |
| 04/16/25 vs Bakersfield | 10-11 |
| 04/15/25 vs Centennial | 1-2 |
Mt. Whitney had lost six games on the road, but after bumping their record up to 5-19 on Tuesday that streak is in the rearview. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 victory over the Golden West Trailblazers. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Pioneers have posted since April 12, 2024.
Mt. Whitney's victory was truly a team effort as three different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Orson Gonzales, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
As for Golden West, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-13 record this season. Trailblazers fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against Mt. Whitney since on Tuesday.
On Golden West's side, Connor Stephens was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. That's the fewest hits Stephens has allowed since back in March.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mt. Whitney will take on El Diamante at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Considering the Pioneers have lost eight straight at home and the Miners four straight on the road, this one might come down to who's more desperate to change their momentum. As for Golden West, they will face off against Porterville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Trailblazers are facing the Panthers at the right time seeing as the Panthers are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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