Simla extended their winning streak to three on Thursday, bumping them up to 4-3. Everything went their way against the Elbert Bulldogs as they made off with a 25-4 victory. The Cubs' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Tatum Kocerha
| 04/09/26 vs Elbert | 4 |
| 04/09/26 @ Elbert | 3 |
| 04/07/26 @ Cripple Creek-Victor | 3 |
| 05/10/25 vs La Veta | 2 |
| 05/03/25 vs Kiowa | 2 |
Tatum Kocerha was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and five RBI. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Nathaniel Cauthon was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs and four RBI.
Simla was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .500. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
As for Elbert, they dropped their record down to 1-6 with the defeat, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. Those road losses can't be blamed on the team's hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.8 runs over those games.
On Elbert's side, Grant Smith made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Another player making a difference was Samuel Cornell, who went 1-for-2 with one home run.
Coming up, Simla will face off against Peyton at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Cubs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 10.2 runs per game this season. As for Elbert, they will square off against Calhan at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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