The Gainesville Hurricanes will head out on the road to face off against the P.K. Yonge Blue Wave at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Gainesville has given up an average of 6.6 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Gainesville lost 14-4 to Vanguard on Tuesday. The Hurricanes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Gainesville saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Connor Kemph, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for P.K. Yonge's offense. They came up short against Coral Shores on Friday, falling 10-0. The Blue Wave just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
P.K. Yonge's loss dropped their record down to 7-6. As for Gainesville, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-5.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Gainesville has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .453. However, it's not like P.K. Yonge struggles in that department as they've averaged .478. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Gainesville took their victory against P.K. Yonge when the teams last played back in February by a conclusive 8-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Gainesville since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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