For the second straight game, Saddleback will face off against Bolsa Grande. The Roadrunners will challenge the Matadors at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Saddleback will be looking to extend their current four-game winning streak.
Saddleback took a nine-run loss the last time they faced off against Bolsa Grande, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Roadrunners won by a run and slipped past the Matadors 3-2.
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The team relied heavily on Ricardo Marquez, who scored three runs while going 3-for-4. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Anthony Lopez was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base and one RBI.
Saddleback pushed their record up to 8-5-1 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.3 runs on average over those games. As for Bolsa Grande, they now have a losing record of 5-6.
Wednesday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Saddleback hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .382. However, it's not like Bolsa Grande struggles in that department as they've averaged .335. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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