Mohave is on an eight-game streak of home losses, and Mingus a four-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Tuesday. The Mohave Thunderbirds will welcome the Mingus Marauders at 3:45 p.m. Mohave has given up an average of 10.5 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Mohave came up short against Bradshaw Mountain on Saturday, falling 20-1.
Meanwhile, Mingus came into Friday's game having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They blew past Moon Valley 8-1 on Friday.
Zaiden Ballesteros spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on four hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Xzayvier Buckner was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Mingus is 2-1 when Buckner posts two or more stolen bases, but 3-12-1 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Derrick Alvarez, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
Mohave's loss dropped their record down to 5-15. As for Mingus, their win bumped their record up to 5-13-1.
Mohave suffered a grim 19-5 defeat to Mingus in their previous meeting back in March of 2024. Will the Thunderbirds have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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