The Combs Coyotes will challenge the Crismon Rattlers at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Combs has given up an average of 9.1 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Combs came up short against Poston Butte on Thursday, falling 12-3. The Coyotes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Steven Holowell was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Combs hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now struck out at most three strikeouts in three consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, Crismon waltzed into their contest on Thursday with three straight wins... but they left with four. They walked away with a 6-2 victory over the Firebirds. Six seems to be a good number for the Rattlers as the squad scooped up a win with the same number of runs in their previous game.
Allan Hackett tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and allowed only two hits over six innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Crismon let Aaden Lopez and Kenny Wilsford run wild. Lopez went 3-for-4 with three RBI and one double, while Wilsford went 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
Combs' defeat dropped their record down to 3-6-1. As for Crismon, their victory bumped their record up to 11-3.
Monday's game will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Combs hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .345. However, it's not like Crismon struggles in that department as they've averaged .385. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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