McLoud hasn't had much luck against Latta recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Redskins will head out on the road to challenge the Panthers at 5:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
McLoud is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They blew past Star-Spencer 23-1 on Monday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Redskins.
McAlester typically has all the answers at home, but on Thursday Latta proved too difficult a challenge. They skirted past the Buffaloes 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Panthers have posted since March 28th.
Gestin Pollard spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered five earned runs on ten hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ryder Perry was excellent, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one double. Those two RBI gave him a new career-high. Deakon Smith was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs.
McLoud's record now sits at 8-19. As for Latta, their record is now 21-2.
McLoud might still be hurting after the 10-3 defeat they got from Latta when the teams last played back in April of 2022. Can the Redskins avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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