After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Torres brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They were the clear victor by a 10-2 margin over the Roosevelt Rough Riders. Considering Torres' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Joe Bass was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Bass was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other pitching news, Torres got a great performance from Harnoor Hans as he struck out seven batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and only one walk).
Back at the plate, Torres let Ruben Garcia and Will Valmonte loose on the outfield. Garcia scored a run while going 3-for-3, while Valmonte went 2-for-3 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI. Amani Sua was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Roosevelt's side, Manny Molano III was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. Molano III is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.
Torres' victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-6. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.3 runs per game. As for Roosevelt, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-4.
Torres will have a chance to go back-to-back against Roosevelt: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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