Mendon had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 13.5 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Tuesday. They never let the Burr Oak Bobcats get on the board and left with a 14-0 win. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 10-0 back in April.
Brayden Crites
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Brayden Crites was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He is becoming a predictor of Mendon's success: when he allows at most one hit the team is undefeated (and 1-2 when he doesn't). Crites was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Xavior Zinsmaster was a standout: he got on base in three of his four plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs. He has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last three times he's played. Grant Crotser was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Mendon always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .629. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Mendon's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-2. The road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.0 runs on average over those games. As for Burr Oak, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mendon will host Three Rivers at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Burr Oak, they will welcome Athens at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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