Buchtel scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the East Dragons with a sharp 18-8 victory. The win was nothing new for Buchtel as they're now sitting on three straight.
Demetrion Duvall made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Duvall was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. He has been hot recently, having posted three or more hits the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Jordan Leason was incredible, scoring a run and stealing four bases while going 2-for-2. Jonvier Travis was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Buchtel's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 4-2. As for East, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-5.
Buchtel will be playing in front of their home fans against North at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. North is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season. As for East, they will head out on the road to challenge Garfield at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. East is facing Garfield at the right time seeing as Garfield is stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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