There's no place like home for Lordsburg, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They walked away with a 9-6 win over the Mescalero Apache Chiefs on Tuesday. The victory continues a trend for the Mavericks in their matchups with the Chiefs: they've now won three in a row.
Anthony Retana made a splash no matter where he played. He pitched five innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. He also tossed no walks, which is notable because Lordsburg is 2-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 3-4 otherwise. Retana was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Victor Valdez
| 04/15/25 vs Mescalero Apache | 3 |
| 04/08/25 @ Duncan | 3 |
| 03/22/25 @ Jemez Valley | 3 |
| 03/20/25 @ Navajo Pine | 3 |
| 03/22/25 @ Jemez Valley | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
In other batting news, Victor Valdez was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. He has become a key player for Lordsburg: the team is 5-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 0-4 otherwise.
The win got Lordsburg back to even at 5-5. As for Mescalero Apache, their loss dropped their record down to 4-10.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lordsburg will head out to face off against Capitan at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Tigers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 20.56 runs per game on average), something the Mavericks will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Mescalero Apache, they will venture away from home to square off against Mesilla Valley Christian School at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Chiefs will need to watch out since the SonBlazers have now posted at least ten runs in their last four matchups.
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