Nixon-Smiley extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 5-11. They came up short against the Stockdale Brahmas, falling 10-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Brahmas this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 back in March.
As for Stockdale, their victory ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 9-14. Considering they have won seven matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Stockdale's part, Mason Almeida made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit (and only one walk). Almeida has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Trent Gordon, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with four stolen bases and four runs. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Coy Gann was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Nixon-Smiley will look to defend their home field on Friday against Luling at 7:00 p.m. The Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.52 runs per game on average), something the Mustangs will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Stockdale, they will face off against Poth at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Brahmas' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Pirates have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season.
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