IMG Academy Blue was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They fell 10-7 to the Boca Ciega Pirates. The result was an unpleasant reminder to IMG Academy Blue of the 7-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2018.
IMG Academy Blue got a good showing from Jacob Lippe, who tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Lippe has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, IMG Academy Blue saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jake Morgan, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Iker Ramirez, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
On Boca Ciega's side, Jacob Thompson looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits.
On the hitting side, Jareese Jones Jr. was incredible, going 4-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Haydin Short, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI, a triple, and a stolen base.
IMG Academy Blue's loss dropped their record down to 8-15-1. As for Boca Ciega, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-19.
IMG Academy Blue does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Boca Ciega, they will be playing at home against Booker on Monday. Booker is coming into the match with seven straight defeats on the road, meaning Boca Ciega will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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