While San Juan's victory against Montezuma-Cortez wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Broncos had just enough and edged out the Panthers 7-6 on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Broncos have posted since March 15th.
Talon Mendoza was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed five innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Nache Young
| 04/15/25 vs Montezuma-Cortez | 4 |
| 04/11/25 vs Gunnison Valley | 2 |
| 04/11/25 vs Gunnison Valley | 2 |
| 03/15/25 vs Emery | 2 |
| 03/07/25 vs Moapa Valley | 2 |
In other batting news, Nache Young was incredible, scoring a run while going 4-for-4. Those four hits gave him a new career-high. Brandt Bingham also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
The victory made it two in a row for San Juan and bumps their season record up to 14-4. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.5 runs over those games. As for Montezuma-Cortez, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-4 record this season.
San Juan will head out to take on North Summit at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. The Broncos are facing the Braves at the right time seeing as the Braves are stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Montezuma-Cortez, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Pagosa Springs at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. This will be the Panthers' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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