St. Mary scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 13-3 margin over the Rocky Ford Meloneers. That's more bragging rights for St. Mary's, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Josh Padrnos was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). Padrnos was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, St. Mary's let Ryan Strub and Adam Jolicouer loose on the outfield. Strub scored three runs and stole six bases while going 3-for-4, while Jolicouer scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Jolicouer is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Cole Eberhardt, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
On Rocky Ford's side, Nash Lovato made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-2.
St. Mary's win bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Rocky Ford, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
St. Mary's will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against The Classical Academy at 4:00 p.m. The Classical Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13.5 runs per game this season. As for Rocky Ford, they will be playing at home against Crowley County at 10:00 a.m. on Friday.
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