Salem is 2-8 against Cox since March of 2016 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Salem Sundevils will look to defend their home field against the Cox Falcons at 5:00 p.m. Salem will be strutting in after a win while Cox will be coming in after a defeat.
Salem gave up the first runs on Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. They walked away with an 8-4 victory over Green Run.
Jayce Marrs was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Marrs has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive pitching appearances. Marrs was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Brady Donovan was incredible, going 3-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and a triple. Jacob Warren was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Cox faced Greenbrier Christian Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Cox fell 5-2 to Greenbrier Christian Academy.
Salem's win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-13. As for Cox, their loss ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 13-4.
Salem might still be hurting after the 12-4 defeat they got from Cox in their previous meeting back in March. Will Salem have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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