Independence was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 8-1 to the Bakersfield Christian Eagles. That's two games in a row now that Independence has lost by exactly seven runs.
For Bakersfield Christian's part, Deakin Brinkley was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Daniel Aguirre, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Independence's defeat dropped their record down to 12-16. As for Bakersfield Christian, the win (which was their 13th in a row) raised their record to 22-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Independence will take on Arvin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Arvin is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season. As for Bakersfield Christian, they will be playing at home against San Luis Obispo at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Bakersfield Christian is on a five-game streak of home wins, San Luis Obispo a four-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field.
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