After flying high against Bayfield on Tuesday, Montrose came back down to earth. The Red Hawks fell just short of the Wolverines by a score of 13-11 on Tuesday. The Red Hawks were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Wolverines earlier this season, when they won 16-1.
Jack Pankey put in work while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off six hits. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-low in walks (one). He was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. He also put up an RBI, which was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Joey Benitez made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with three doubles, two runs, and one RBI. Isaiah Coley also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Montrose has been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-11 record this season. As for Bayfield, their record is now 4-8.
Coming up, Montrose will venture away from home to challenge Palisade at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Bayfield, they will square off against Alamosa at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Mean Moose will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Wolverines surely won't give up without a fight.
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