Madison was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of the Bonita Vista Barons by a score of 6-4. That's two games in a row now that Madison has lost by exactly two runs.
Madison saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alex Jennings, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
On Bonita Vista's side, JOSH HUGHES made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). HUGHES has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up a single hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. HUGHES was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with an RBI.
In other batting news, LUIS SOSA was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was HARRY SHIN, who scored a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Madison's defeat dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Bonita Vista, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 11-5-1.
Madison will play host again on Wednesday to welcome Point Loma, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:00 p.m. The last four games Madison has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Bonita Vista, they will be playing in front of their home fans against West Hills at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. West Hills is coming into the game with five straight losses on the road, meaning Bonita Vista will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.
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