After only two runs in their last contest, Jackson Day made sure to put some runs up on the board against Rocky River on Tuesday. The Mariners came out on top against the Ravens by a score of 13-8. The victory was some much needed relief for the Mariners as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Owen Murphy
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Owen Murphy was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his two plate appearances. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Caleb Burgin, who scored three runs and stole three bases off of two hits. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Matthew Parson, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
Jackson Day always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of 1.353. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Jackson Day's win bumped their record up to 3-10. As for Rocky River, they dropped their record down to 0-13 with the defeat, which was their fifth straight at home.
Coming up, Jackson Day will head out on the road to square off against Queen's Grant at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Stallions have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12 runs per game on average), something the Mariners will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Rocky River, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Garinger at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Ravens are facing the Wildcats at the right time seeing as the Wildcats are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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