The Jefferson Dragons will be playing in front of their home fans against the Leto Falcons at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Jefferson is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 14.7 runs per game this season.
Last Monday, Jefferson fell victim to a tough 13-2 loss at the hands of Alonso. Jefferson has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Jefferson saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Isabella Fernandez, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Meanwhile, Leto came into Monday's contest having lost eight straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They blew past Brandon 22-1. Leto's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Marissa Copeland made a splash no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up no earned run off one hit. Copeland was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Helen Sablon was a standout: she scored four runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Jaliyna Camacho, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Jefferson's defeat dropped their record down to 10-4. As for Leto, their win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-11.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Jefferson has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .534. However, it's not like Leto struggles in that department as they've averaged .453. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everything went Jefferson's way against Leto in their previous matchup back in February as Jefferson made off with a 16-0 victory. Does Jefferson have another victory up their sleeve, or will Leto turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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