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| 03/06/25 - Home | 15-0 W |
| 04/27/24 - Home | 0-0 W |
| 02/29/24 - Home | 10-0 W |
| 05/02/19 - Away | 12-2 W |
| 04/30/19 - Home | 12-2 W |
| + 5 more games |
North Monterey County was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last matchup, but they sure didn't let that happen against Pajaro Valley on Thursday. The North Monterey County Condors were the clear victor by a 15-0 margin over the Pajaro Valley Grizzlies. The Condors' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Huck Blanton made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. What's more, he gave up only zero walks, the fewest he's had since back in March of 2024. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, North Monterey County got a massive performance out of Leo Cruz, who scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Cruz also put up a double, which was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Tyler Bladwin, who went 1-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple.
North Monterey County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .541. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Pajaro Valley only posted an OBP of .000.
With the victory, North Monterey County broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 1-3. As for Pajaro Valley, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Looking ahead, North Monterey County will be playing in front of their home fans against Livingston at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Pajaro Valley, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on The Bay School at 11:00 a.m. on March 15th.
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