North is 9-1 against Mira Monte since March of 2019, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Wednesday. The North Stars will be playing in front of their home fans against the Mira Monte Lions at 4:00 p.m. One thing working in North's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matches.
North is hoping to deliver their fans another blowout on Wednesday, just like they did against Frazier Mountain (and have done all season long). North was the clear victor by a 15-7 margin over Frazier Mountain on Monday.
LANDEN NICKELL was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). NICKELL has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances. NICKELL was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, RILEY STONEBRAKER was incredible, scoring three runs while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. LOGAN VALDEZ was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Mira Monte suffered a tough 7-1 defeat at the hands of Golden Valley on Friday.
North's victory bumped their record up to 9-11. As for Mira Monte, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
North beat Mira Monte 5-2 in their previous meeting back in March. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was Mira Monte's Isiah Velasquez, who struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. Now that he's got a second chance to win this matchup, will North still be able to contain Velasquez? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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