Oviedo lost to Dr. Phillips back in March of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Monday. The Oviedo Lions narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Dr. Phillips Panthers 6-5.
Bryce Francher looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and only one walk).
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Cooper Pitman, who scored two runs and stole four bases while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Marco Gonzalez, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
On Dr. Phillips' side, they got a good showing from Dominick Duran, who pitched 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
On the hitting side, Diego Diaz and Christopher Pedrinan did some serious damage despite the final result: Diaz scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances, while Pedrinan went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
Oviedo's win bumped their record up to 7-4. As for Dr. Phillips, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-10.
Oviedo will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against West Orange at 7:00 p.m. As for Dr. Phillips, they will take on The First Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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