The Three Rivers Bulldogs will head out to challenge the Knippa Crushers at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Three Rivers will be looking to extend their current nine-game winning streak.
On Tuesday, Three Rivers got the win against Charlotte by a conclusive 14-3. The result was nothing new for the Bulldogs, who have now won nine matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Jayse Alvarado made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits (and not a single walk). He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Grant Dragon
| 04/08/25 vs Charlotte | 5 |
| 03/25/25 @ La Pryor | 2 |
| 03/15/24 @ Yorktown | 2 |
| 03/21/25 vs Sabinal | 1 |
| 03/18/25 vs Nixon-Smiley | 1 |
In other batting news, Grant Dragon was incredible, going 3-for-4 with five RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. Dylan Ender also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Three Rivers always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .594. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Charlotte only posted an OBP of .273.
Meanwhile, Knippa lost 15-6 to D'Hanis on Tuesday.
Memphis G made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with two triples, two runs, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Cole M, who scored a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Three Rivers pushed their record up to 14-5 with the win, which was their seventh straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.7 runs over those games. As for Knippa, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-9.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Three Rivers has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .447. However, it's not like Knippa struggles in that department as they've averaged .550. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
