For the second straight game, Grant will face off against McClatchy. The Pacers will square off against the Lions at 4:20 p.m. on Friday. Grant has a tough task ahead: they'll enter the match with nine straight losses, while McClatchy will come in with five straight wins.
Wednesday just wasn't the day for Grant's offense. They lost 16-0 to McClatchy on Wednesday.
For McClatchy's part, Diego DiFiore was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. DiFiore has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
In other batting news, Antonio Barber was incredible, going 3-for-5 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Elias Ortega, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-2.
McClatchy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .513. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Grant only posted an OBP of .100.
McClatchy's record now sits at 13-1. As for Grant, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-12.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Grant has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.1 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like McClatchy struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 4.7 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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