For the second straight game, Hercules will face off against Albany. The Titans will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Cougars at 4:00 p.m. The squads are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: Hercules has struggled recently with six defeats in a row, while Albany will arrive with three straight victories.
On Wednesday, Hercules came up short against Albany and fell 5-2.
For Albany's part, Willem Loveless made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. Loveless has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one run and one double.
In other pitching news, Remy Norris looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
Back at the plate, Dexter Johnson was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. Those four hits gave him a new career-high. Mori Peskin also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Hercules' loss dropped their record down to 2-14. As for Albany, their win bumped their record up to 12-6.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Hercules has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.2 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Albany struggles in that department as they've been averaging 4.1 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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