For the second straight game, Mazama will face off against Klamath Union. The Vikings will host the Pelicans at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Mazama has now lost seven straight, leaving the team hunting for their first win since April 19.
Klamath Union hit Mazama with a four-run second inning on Wednesday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Vikings came up short against the Pelicans, falling 11-5.
For Klamath Union's part, Pj Safford made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Klamath Union is 4-1 when Safford allows two or fewer earned runs, but 5-9 otherwise. Safford was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs and one double. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Maruk Morris was excellent, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base. He has become a key player for Klamath Union: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 6-10 otherwise.
Klamath Union moved to 9-10 with that win, which also ended their six-game losing streak. As for Mazama, their loss dropped their record down to 4-14.
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