Intrinsic's game last Saturday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They walked away with an 8-4 win over the Steinmetz College Prep Silver Streaks. That four run margin sets a new team best for Intrinsic this season.
Joel Diaz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Diaz has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Diaz was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Damian Agudo was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three stolen bases and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Brandon Loredo, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Intrinsic's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Steinmetz College Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 13-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Intrinsic will take on Senn at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Senn is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season. As for Steinmetz College Prep, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Chicago Mathematics & Science at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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