Superior and Valley Union squared off in some playoff action on Saturday, but Superior had to settle for second. They lost 9-3 to the Blue Devils. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Blue Devils apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2019.
Joel Romero put in work no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over 4.2 innings pitched. Furthermore, he didn't allow a single earned run, the first time he has blanked an opponent since back in March. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and one double.
Romero wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Nicholas Rabago, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Superior has also been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-15 record this season. As for Valley Union, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-5 record this season.
Superior does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Valley Union, they are taking a road trip to square off against Bagdad on Friday. The Sultans will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something the Blue Devils surely won't give up without a fight.
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