For the second straight game, Hatley will face off against New Site. The Tigers will head out on the road to face off against the Royals at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
Hatley couldn't beat New Site on Tuesday even though they stacked four runs on them in the seventh inning. The Tigers fell just short of the Royals by a score of 9-8. Tigers fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Royals since Tuesday.
Bryson Wilson made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 4-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI. Cooper Crenshaw was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.
New Site's victory was their seventh straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 13-5. The road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games. As for Hatley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Wednesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hatley has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .486. However, it's not like New Site struggles in that department as they've averaged .472. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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