Arvada West had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the ThunderRidge Grizzlies on Thursday as the Arvada West Wildcats made off with an 8-2 victory. Considering Arvada West has won three games by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Jaxon Saunders looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Matt Hoerr was excellent, going 1-for-1 with three RBI, a triple, and a run. Jordan Hamblin was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On ThunderRidge's side, Ty Beutner was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Arvada West's win bumped their record up to 5-3. As for ThunderRidge, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Arvada West will head out on the road to face off against Denver North at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Arvada West is facing Denver North at the right time seeing as Denver North is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for ThunderRidge, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Cherokee Trail at 4:15 p.m.
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