On Tuesday, it was a hard-fought match, but the Auburndale Bloodhounds had to settle for a 7-6 defeat against the Davenport Broncos.
Auburndale got a good showing from Andrew Woods, who didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched.
On the hitting side, Angel Santiago and Colin Holmes did some serious damage despite the final result: Santiago scored a run and stole a base while going 4-for-5, while Holmes went 3-for-3 with two RBI and a double. Thomas Pitard was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
Even though they lost, Auburndale was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Davenport only hit a.
On Davenport's side, Shakoii Richards made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (he also only allowed one walk). Richards has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Richards was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Brylandd Canode was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Yonathan Sanchez, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI.
Auburndale has been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-12 record this season. As for Davenport, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 6-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Auburndale will play host again on Thursday to welcome St. Francis, where first pitch is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. As for Davenport, they will be playing at home against Oak Ridge at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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