Naples was handed a ten-run defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged out the Lakewood Ranch Mustangs 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Golden Eagles have posted since May 2, 2024.
JAIDER DONADO looked comfortable as he pitched 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
At the plate, FABIAN VASQUEZ was excellent, scoring a run and stealing Three bases. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in February. The team also got some help courtesy of ETHAN KATZ, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with one RBI.
The win snapped Naples' losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 5-8 record. As for Lakewood Ranch, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-8 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Naples will welcome Cypress Lake at 7:00 p.m. on March 18th. As for Lakewood Ranch, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Riverview Sarasota at 7:00 p.m. Riverview Sarasota has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.55 runs per game on average), something Lakewood Ranch will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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