The Cleveland Central Catholic Ironmen are taking a road trip to challenge the Maple Heights Mustangs at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Cleveland Central Catholic has given up an average of 13.8 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Cleveland Central Catholic lost 14-2 to Euclid on Tuesday. The Ironmen have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Maple Heights). They blew past Garfield Heights 20-1 on Monday. Considering the Mustangs have won five contests by more than six runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Marvin Wolfe made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one run.
In other batting news, TJ Lee was incredible, going 3-for-5 with seven RBI, three doubles, and two runs. Maple Heights is undefeated when Lee posts two or more runs, but 0-3 otherwise. Antonio Cunningham was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs and three RBI.
Maple Heights always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .744. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Maple Heights' record now sits at 6-3. As for Cleveland Central Catholic, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-7.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Cleveland Central Catholic has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .467. However, it's not like Maple Heights struggles in that department as they've averaged .527. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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