Summit Tahoma extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 2-12 in the process. They came up short against the More Knights, falling 19-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Knights this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-3 back in April.
As for More, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won ten of their last 11 matches. That's provided a massive bump to their 16-9 record this season. The result was nothing new for More, who have now won ten games by seven runs or more so far this season.
For More's part, Zep Cortese and Anthony Selway made a splash while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Cortese struck out eight batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Selway struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April. At bat, Cortese went 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI, while Selway went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
In other batting news, Sean Selway was a standout: he went a perfect 2-for-2 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Tim Bumb, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI and two runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Summit Tahoma will square off against San Jose at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.21 runs per game on average), something the Tigers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for More, they will venture away from home to challenge Silver Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Raiders have averaged an impressive 11.6 runs per game this season.
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