Eldorado is 0-4 against Bonanza since March of 2015 but things could change on Monday. The Firehawks will challenge the Bengals at 3:30 p.m. Neither Eldorado nor Bonanza posted many runs in their last games, so it might be the pitching crews that decide this one.
Friday just wasn't the day for Eldorado's offense. They lost 7-0 to Durango on Friday. The Firehawks' loss continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
Meanwhile, Bonanza entered their tilt with Doral Academy Red Rock on Friday with two consecutive wins, and they'll enter their next game with three. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 2-1 W against the Dragons. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bengals have posted since March 13, 2024.
Jacob Santistevan spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on three hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Jesus Rios, who scored a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season. Darren McGee was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Bonanza hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least four batters in three consecutive matches.
Eldorado now has a losing record of 9-10. As for Bonanza, their record now sits at 7-13.
Eldorado might still be hurting after the 17-2 defeat they got from Bonanza when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Can the Firehawks avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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