The Chaffey Tigers will take on the Channel Islands Raiders at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Chaffey is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand Jurupa Valley an 11-0 shutout. That looming 11-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Tigers yet this season.
Jacob Venegas made a splash no matter where he played. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits over five innings pitched. He has been consistent for a while: he hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with three runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2024.
Jayden Tapia
| 05/15/25 vs Jurupa Valley | 4 |
| 04/16/25 vs Diamond Ranch | 2 |
| 05/02/25 vs Don Lugo | 1 |
| 04/14/25 vs Colony | 1 |
| 04/09/25 @ Chino | 1 |
In other batting news, Chaffey got a massive performance out of Jayden Tapia, who went 1-for-2 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. Those four RBI gave Tapia a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Joseph Venegas, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Chaffey always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .621. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Channel Islands, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Wednesday. They had just enough and edged out Coachella Valley 4-3 on Thursday. The win was some much needed relief for the Raiders as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Antonio Carrillo was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases. He has become a key player for Channel Islands: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 10-13 otherwise.
Chaffey's victory bumped their record up to 10-15. As for Channel Islands, the win got them back to even at 13-13.
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