Mount Dora hadn't done well against The Villages Charter recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Hurricanes came out on top against the Buffalo by a score of 11-6. This was a revenge game for the Hurricanes: when they faced off against the Buffalo two weeks ago, they had to take a 7-1 defeat.
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Ethan McLain and Charlie Antunez made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, McLain struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Meanwhile, Antunez pitched three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one walk in five consecutive appearances. At the plate, McLain went 2-for-4 with three RBI and two doubles, while Antunez went a perfect 1-for-1 with three runs. That's the most doubles McLain has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Tyler Fletcher was excellent, going 2-for-3 with four RBI and one run. That's the most hits he has posted since back in February of 2025. Miguel Petit was another key player, going 2-for-5 with one run and one RBI.
Mount Dora kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
The victory got Mount Dora back to even at 7-7. As for The Villages Charter, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 8-5.
Looking ahead, Mount Dora will challenge Lake Weir at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. As for The Villages Charter, they will face off against Ocoee at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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