After only one run in their last matchup, Riverview Sarasota made sure to put some runs up on the board against South Fort Myers on Thursday. The Riverview Sarasota Rams were the clear victor by a 10-3 margin over the South Fort Myers Wolfpack. That looming 10-3 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Riverview Sarasota yet this season.
Caden Sladek looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Alastair Simonson was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Cooper Backman, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
On South Fort Myers' side, Juan Angeles was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Anthony Cruz, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two stolen bases and an RBI.
Even though they lost, South Fort Myers didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with eight strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Riverview Sarasota only tossed four.
Riverview Sarasota's victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-12. As for South Fort Myers, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 10-12.
Riverview Sarasota will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against IMG Academy Royal at 4:30 p.m. Riverview Sarasota's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so IMG Academy Royal's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for South Fort Myers, they will head out on the road to challenge Ida Baker at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Ida Baker will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something South Fort Myers surely won't give up without a fight.
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