Robinson lost to Plant City back in April of 2021, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Robinson Knights won by a run and slipped past the Plant City Raiders 9-8.
Samuel Hyman made a big impact no matter where he played. He pitched four innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Hyman has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Hyman was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other pitching news, Santiago Rojas looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits.
Back at the plate, Brady Capps was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run and a double. Maddox Thomas was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
On Plant City's side, Aiden Bean and Colin Pellicer did some serious damage despite the final result: Bean went 2-for-3 with two doubles, while Pellicer scored a run while going 1-for-5.
Even though they lost, Plant City was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
The victory got Robinson back to even at 11-11. As for Plant City, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-13 record this season.
Robinson will be playing in front of their home fans against Sumner at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Sumner is coming into the game with three straight wins on the road, so Robinson will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Plant City, they will take on Plant at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Plant's pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so Plant City's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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