In what's become a running theme this season, Centennial gave their fans yet another huge victory on Friday. They blew past the Gadsden Panthers 17-7. The win was familiar territory for Centennial who now have three in a row.
Isreal Molina made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Molina has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Molina was even better at the plate, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Cole Alons was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. He is trending in the right direction, as he's improved his point production for three straight games. Another player making a difference was Aiden Huston, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
On Gadsden's side, Steven Morales was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Centennial is on a roll lately: they've won 12 of their last 13 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 15-5 record this season. As for Gadsden, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-15.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Centennial will take on Organ Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Organ Mountain is on a eight-game streak of home wins, Centennial a four-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field. As for Gadsden, they will head out on the road to challenge Mayfield at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Mayfield will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Gadsden surely won't give up without a fight.
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