After a string of six wins, Merino's good fortune finally ran out on Monday. They fell just short of the Otis Bulldogs by a score of 7-6. Merino was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Otis apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in June of 2021.
Josiah Mackintosh was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off three hits. Mackintosh has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Mackintosh was also big at the plate, going 2-for-5 with two runs and a triple.
In other batting news, Tyler Miller and Jaxson Samber did some serious damage despite the final result: Miller scored a run while going 3-for-5, while Samber went 2-for-4 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
On Otis' side, Tayte Smith was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Erick Thorn was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
Merino's loss dropped their record down to 8-3. As for Otis, they pushed their record up to 8-1 with that win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
Merino will head out on the road to take on Peetz at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Otis, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Haxtun at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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