Gilbert took an 11-run loss the last time they faced off against Mesquite, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Tigers skirted past the Wildcats 14-12. The high-scoring effort was just what the Tigers needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
Gilbert got a great performance from Jacinto Espinoza III as he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. The Tigers are 2-1 when Espinoza III allows one or fewer earned runs, but 1-2 otherwise.
Wilfredo Aviles IV
| 03/05/26 @ Mesquite | 5 |
| 02/25/26 @ Sunnyslope | 3 |
| 04/16/25 @ South Mountain | 3 |
| 03/24/25 @ Campo Verde | 2 |
| 04/21/25 @ Dobson | 1 |
On the hitting side, Wilfredo Aviles IV was incredible, getting on base in five of his six plate appearances with five runs and one triple. Those five runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Tyler Silvestre, who went 1-for-5 with four RBI and one run.
Gilbert kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
With the win, Gilbert broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 3-3. As for Mesquite, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-5 record this season.
Gilbert will host South Mountain at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. The Jaguars have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 13.8 runs per game on average), something the Tigers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Mesquite, they will head out on the road to face off against Higley at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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