Don Lugo was the 6-0 winner over Chaffey when they last played one another back in April of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Don Lugo Conquistadores took a 5-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Chaffey Tigers on Saturday.
Jaden Burillo was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Isaac Jimenez, who went 2-for-3 with an RBI.
On Chaffey's side, Emilio Alcala made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). Alcala has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up a single hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Alcala was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Andrew Sandoval, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Jaden Resendez was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
Don Lugo now has a losing record at 7-8-1. As for Chaffey, their record is now 6-3-2.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Chino the next time they take the field. Chaffey will host Chino at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Don Lugo will host them at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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