There's no place like home for Yuma, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 10-3 margin over the Platte Valley Broncos on Saturday. While the Outlaws didn't have the best season last year (they finished 8-14), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Alex Pensado was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2024. Lennox Huwa also deserves some recognition as he launched his first home run of the season.
Yuma has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.8 runs over those games. As for Platte Valley, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Yuma will challenge Wray at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Outlaws' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 8.1 runs per game this season. As for Platte Valley, they will take on Resurrection Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Cougars will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Broncos surely won't give up without a fight.
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