Capital extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 5-5. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the West Las Vegas Dons. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Jaguars have suffered since March 28, 2025.
Angel Bustamante
| 03/10/26 @ Pojoaque Valley | 3 |
| 02/28/26 vs Highland | 3 |
| 03/20/26 vs West Las Vegas | 2 |
| 03/06/26 vs Taos | 2 |
| 03/03/26 @ West Las Vegas | 1 |
Angel Bustamante made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base. Capital is 3-1 when Bustamante posts two or more runs, but 2-4 otherwise. Bronx Garcia was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
As for West Las Vegas, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.5 runs on average this season.
On West Las Vegas' side, Jerry Ortega made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 2.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Ortega was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Mateo Duran was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Cruz Gallegos, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Capital will head out to take on Espanola Valley at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for West Las Vegas, they will venture away from home to challenge East Mountain at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Dons 2.5, the Timberwolves 3.2) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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