Mitchell lost against Wesley Chapel back in April of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Mitchell Mustangs fell just short of the Wesley Chapel Wildcats by a score of 8-6.
Mitchell got a good showing from Micah Mark, who tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
At the plate, Drew Weinberg made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his five plate appearances with a home run and two runs. Matthew Logan was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and a double.
Even though they lost, Mitchell kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
On Wesley Chapel's side, Zorre Wright looked comfortable as he tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Wright has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Sean Roche was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with a home run and four RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Nolan Hartley, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Mitchell's defeat dropped their record down to 6-12. As for Wesley Chapel, their victory bumped their record up to 12-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mitchell will take on River Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last six games Mitchell has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Wesley Chapel, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Wesley Chapel's pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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