The Port Charlotte Pirates will face off against the Maryville Red Rebels at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average, (Port Charlotte 2.9, Maryville 3.5) so any runs scored will be well earned.
Port Charlotte's usually-dominant pitching crew will be looking to make up for Tuesday's struggle, when Davidson Academy hitters got past them. Port Charlotte lost 10-3 to Davidson Academy on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Pirates have suffered since April 5, 2024.
Port Charlotte saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Joshian Tirado, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Maryville came up short against Manatee on Tuesday and fell 9-4. The Red Rebels have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Port Charlotte has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-5 record this season. Maryville's defeat dropped their record down to 4-2.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Wednesday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Port Charlotte has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 7.3 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Maryville struggles in that department as they've been averaging 7.3 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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