There's no place like home for Independence, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Bakersfield Drillers on Monday, sneaking past 7-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Falcons have posted since March 11th.
Jace Gillenwater
| 03/31/25 @ Liberty | 4 |
| 04/21/25 @ Highland | 3 |
| 03/25/25 @ Garces Memorial | 2 |
| 05/05/25 vs Bakersfield | 1 |
| 04/07/25 vs Ridgeview | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
Jace Gillenwater made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He pitched 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Independence is 5-2 when he allows at most one walk, but 9-10 otherwise. Gillenwater was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with three RBI.
In other batting news, David Baralt Portillo was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with six stolen bases and two runs. He has become a key player for Independence: the team is undefeated when he posts at least three hits, but 10-12 otherwise. Kaiden Godfrey was another key player, going 1-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Independence hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post two or more strikeouts.
The win snapped Independence's losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 14-12 record. As for Bakersfield, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 17 of their last 18 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-23-1 record this season.
Independence will have a chance to go back-to-back against Bakersfield: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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