Clearview hasn't had much luck against Black River recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Clippers are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game of the season: they will face off against the Pirates at 5:00 p.m. Clearview will be strutting in after a win while Black River will be coming in after a defeat.
Clearview is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They put the hurt on Garfield Heights with a sharp 22-5 victory on Friday. The win was some much needed relief for the Clippers as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Sean Mettler and Breycin Jackson were a major factor no matter where they played. Throwing, Mettler pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Jackson tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Mettler has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. At the plate, Mettler went a perfect 5-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base, while Jackson scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. That stolen base marked the first that Mettler snagged this season.
In other batting news, Xavier Rivera was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He also hit a triple, marking his first of the season. Gavin Huff was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Black River came up short against Keystone on Monday, falling 13-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Pirates have suffered against the Wildcats since April 9, 2019.
Clearview's record is now 2-3. As for Black River, they now also have a losing record of 2-3.
Clearview couldn't quite finish off Black River when the teams last played back in April of 2023 and fell 3-1. Can the Clippers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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