Natalia had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Crystal City Javelinas on Tuesday and snuck past 5-4. The victory was just what Natalia needed coming off of a 15-0 defeat in their prior matchup.
Keyshawn Haire made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched six innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Haire has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances. Haire was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
Haire wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Sonny Rymers, who scored a run while going 2-for-3. Leo Buentello was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all two of his plate appearances.
Natalia's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 17-7. As for Crystal City, their loss dropped their record down to 15-9-1.
Natalia will head out on the road to challenge Cotulla at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Natalia is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Crystal City, they will be playing at home against Hondo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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