Yellowjackets
| 04/04/25 vs Mercedes | 11 |
| 03/11/25 @ Pace | 10 |
| 03/14/25 vs Pace | 9 |
| 02/18/25 @ Donna North | 9 |
| 03/25/25 @ Harlingen South | 4 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Edcouch-Elsa). They had just enough and edged out the Mercedes Tigers 11-9. The Yellowjackets haven't had any issues with the Tigers recently, as the game was their eighth consecutive win against them.
Troy Barco made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while going 1-for-4. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Caleb Sandoval, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in February. Another player making a difference was Alex Rodriguez, who scored three runs and stole two bases.
Edcouch-Elsa's victory bumped their record up to 6-13. As for Mercedes, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last ten matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Edcouch-Elsa will square off against Lopez at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lobos' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Yellowjackets' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Mercedes, they will challenge Rivera at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Raiders will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something the Tigers surely won't give up without a fight.
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