Garfield was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-6 heartbreaker at the hands of West Seattle. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Bulldogs have suffered since April 23, 2025.
Spencer Merwin and Burke Lowe did some serious damage despite the final result: Merwin went 1-for-3 with three RBI, while Lowe went 3-for-4 with one stolen base and one run. Malcolm Davis was another key player, going a perfect 1-for-1 with two runs.
Garfield's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for West Seattle, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Garfield will host Lincoln at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. As for West Seattle, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Cleveland at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so West Seattle's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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