Sierra Grande has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 3.4 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Tuesday. They took an 11-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Manzanola Bobcats. The matchup marked the Panthers' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Giovanni Jaquez made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Patrick Sanchez, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Having lost for the first time this season, Sierra Grande fell to 4-1. As for Manzanola, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Sierra Grande will square off against La Veta at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Redhawks have averaged an impressive 7 runs per game this season. As for Manzanola, they will head out on the road to face off against Granada at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. Manzanola is facing Granada at the right time seeing as Granada is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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