With a playoff game on the line, California City rose to the challenge on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 12-3 margin over the Mira Monte Lions. California City might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 11 matches by seven runs or more this season.
Blake Moore was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Moore has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 12 consecutive pitching appearances. Moore was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jeremiah Baker, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, five RBI, and two runs. Isaac Valadez was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
California City has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine contests, which provided a nice bump to their 18-10-1 record this season. As for Mira Monte, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-18.
California City will head out on the road to square off against Chavez at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Chavez will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something California City surely won't give up without a fight. Mira Monte does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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