Nettleton can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They won by a run and slipped past the Paragould Rams 9-8. For Nettleton, this counts as revenge for the 5-3 loss Paragould walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2023.
Ford Raffo was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over 4.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off four hits. Raffo has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Raffo was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Zach Bishop was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and a double.
Nettleton's victory bumped their record up to 3-14. As for Paragould, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-17 record this season.
Nettleton will be playing in front of their home fans against Wynne at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Paragould, they will head out on the road to take on Bald Knob at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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