Apache Junction extended their losing streak to seven on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-9. They lost 9-2 to the Globe Tigers. The Prospectors were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
As for Globe, their win was their first in the region, bumping their region record up to 1-5 and their overall record up to 5-7. Considering they have won four matchups by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Globe's part, Sir Sneezy made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Sneezy also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Globe is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 2-7 otherwise. Sneezy was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three stolen bases and two runs. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Braden Wager was excellent, going 3-for-5 with two runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of Globe's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 3-1 (and 2-6 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Daniel Ramos, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Apache Junction will welcome Coolidge at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Globe, they are taking a road trip to challenge ALA - Mesa North at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mavericks have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season.
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