Elliot Christian extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 20 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-10 in the process. They came up short against the Delta Saints, falling 14-4. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Saints apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2020.
Kaden Kirby made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
As for Delta, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-6 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.4 runs on average over those games.
On Delta's side, Spencer Buckley made a splash while hitting and pitching. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Buckley has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Chase Parkinson was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, two stolen bases, and three RBI. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Max Danila also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
Elliot Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Delta, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Rio Vista at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The timing is sure in the Saints' favor as the squad sits on four straight wins at home while the Rams have been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road.
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