The Empire Ravens are taking a road trip to square off against the Pima Roughriders at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Empire has given up an average of 9.2 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Empire managed to slip by Catalina Foothills the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Ravens came up short against the Falcons on Friday, falling 11-0. The Ravens have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 16 runs the game before, Pima was a bit more limited in their matchup last Friday. They fell 7-2 to Snowflake.
Pima saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Tanner Smith, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Empire's defeat dropped their record down to 6-8. As for Pima, their loss dropped their record down to 5-5.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Empire has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .459. However, it's not like Pima struggles in that department as they've averaged .440. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Empire beat Pima 3-0 in their previous meeting back in March of 2025. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Ravens since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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