Pueblo had lost six straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 2-16 to make it seven. They came up short against the Nogales Apaches, falling 12-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Apaches this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-1 on Tuesday.
Pueblo saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Victor Sanchez, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one run and one double.
As for Nogales, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-8-1 record this season. The result was nothing new for Nogales, who have now won eight matches by six runs or more so far this season.
On Nogales' side, Josiah Bracamonte looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Bracamonte has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Diego Gomez was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and two doubles. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high. Xaciel Garcia was another key player, earning two runs and one stolen base.
Pueblo does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Nogales, they will square off against Salpointe Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Apaches' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lancers have averaged an impressive 9.4 runs per game this season.
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