Mullen only won by two when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 14-run they dealt Englewood on Monday. The Mullen Mustangs were the clear victor by a 15-1 margin over the Englewood Pirates. That 14 run margin sets a new team best for the Mustangs this season.
Kory Abbott was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in September. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Mullen let Morgan Stewart and Roslyn Fresquez loose on the outfield. Stewart went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs, while Fresquez went 2-for-2 with two triples, three RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Caddy Hurtado, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Mullen pushed their record up to 7-14 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. As for Englewood, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Mullen will host Centaurus at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Mullen is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.6 runs per game this season. Englewood does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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