For the second straight game, Italy will face off against Itasca. The Gladiators will square off against the Wampus Cats at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Italy has given up an average of 11.2 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Italy had been on a three-game streak of scoring at least ten runs, but Itasca put an end to it on Friday. The Gladiators came up short against the Wampus Cats, falling 16-2. The Gladiators haven't had much luck with the Wampus Cats recently, as the team has come up short the last seven times they've met.
For Itasca's part, Isaiah Villarreal was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and one double. Those four RBI gave Villarreal a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Dawson Mears, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Itasca kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 13 hits in seven consecutive matchups.
Italy's defeat dropped their record down to 3-7. As for Itasca, their win bumped their record up to 11-4.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Italy has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .440. However, it's not like Itasca struggles in that department as they've averaged .586. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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