El Camino extended their winning streak to three on Saturday, bumping their season record up to 15-12 in the process. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured an 8-7 W against the Mission Hills Grizzlies. That's two games straight that the Wildcats have won by just one run.
Zane Nordquist
| 05/10/25 vs Mission Hills | 0 |
| 05/06/25 vs Mission Hills | 1 |
| 04/29/25 @ Mt. Carmel | 1 |
| 04/22/25 @ Del Norte | 2 |
| 04/15/25 vs San Pasqual | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
Zane Nordquist was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Isaiah Saldivar, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March. Charlie Orman was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
As for Mission Hills, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-16 record this season. That's two games in a row now that they have lost by just one run.
On Mission Hills' side, Micah Mecucci made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Mecucci has become a key player for the Grizzlies: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 8-15 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Dominic Davis, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one run.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. El Camino is set to challenge their familiar foe Sage Creek at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Mission Hills will face off against rival San Pasqual at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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