Eastmark extended their losing streak to 14 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 2-19. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Combs Coyotes. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Firebirds have suffered since February 26th.
Preston Wunderlich was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he pitched six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. That's the fewest earned runs he has allowed since back in March.
At the plate, Eastmark saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Bryce Fejfar, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one double.
As for Combs, their win ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-13-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 11, 2025.
On Combs' side, Steven Holowell made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over 5.2 innings pitched. Holowell was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Eastmark will be playing in front of their home fans against Mingus at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. The Firebirds' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Marauders have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season. Combs will be paying especially close attention to Eastmark's game: after Eastmark faces off against Mingus, they'll take on Combs again at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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