Spring Mountain extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 14 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-9. They lost 16-0 to the Tonopah Muckers. While getting shut out isn't ideal, the Eagles haven't been shut out since back in March.
As for Tonopah, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-11. Considering they have won eight games by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
For Tonopah's part, Alex Avelar was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Avelar posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2025. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Brekken Miller was incredible, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. Tonopah is 6-1 when Miller posts two or more runs, but 3-10 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Adelaido Salgado, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Spring Mountain will venture away from home to take on GV Christian at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Guardians have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.79 runs per game on average), something the Eagles will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Tonopah, they will head out to challenge Round Mountain at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Muckers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 6.4 runs per game this season.
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