For the second straight game, Cosby will face off against Washburn. The Eagles will host the Pirates at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Cosby has given up an average of 16.1 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Cosby had been on a three-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but Washburn put an end to it on Monday. The Eagles lost 34-0 to the Pirates. The loss continues a trend for the Eagles in their meetings with the Pirates: they've now lost three in a row.
For Washburn's part, David Bailey was a standout: he went a perfect 4-for-4 with five runs, four RBI, and one triple. Those five runs gave Bailey a new career-high. Bryson Clay was another key player, going 4-for-5 with five runs, five RBI, and one double.
Washburn always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .738. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Washburn has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-6-1 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.0 runs on average over those games. As for Cosby, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-15-1.
Tuesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Cosby has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .446. However, it's not like Washburn struggles in that department as they've averaged .434. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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