The Viewmont Vikings will head out on the road to challenge the Box Elder Bees at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Viewmont is coming into the game hot, having won their last five games.
On Monday, Viewmont never let their opponents score. They were the clear victor by a 10-0 margin over Box Elder.
Cal Miller made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 12 over six innings pitched. Miller has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Miller was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Gage Kortman was incredible, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Elias Culley was another key contributor, going 1-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Viewmont pushed their record up to 7-3 with that win, which was their fourth straight at home. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.3 runs per game. As for Box Elder, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Wednesday as both teams have some strikeout artists on the roster. Viewmont has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 6.8 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Box Elder struggles in that department as they've been averaging 6.6. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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