Pendleton County's game last Monday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Moorefield Yellow Jackets by a score of 8-3. That's more bragging rights for Pendleton County, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Chase Owens made a splash no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over seven innings pitched. Owens has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Owens was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, James Vincell was incredible, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Allden Rexrode was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Pendleton County's win bumped their record up to 7-2. As for Moorefield, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-4 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pendleton County will face off against Tygarts Valley at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Pendleton County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season. As for Moorefield, they will head out on the road to challenge Musselman at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Musselman is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
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