For the second straight game, Manteca will face off against Patterson. The Buffaloes will host the Tigers at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The teams are on pretty different trajectories at the moment (Manteca has three straight victories, Patterson has five straight losses), but none of that matters once you're on the field.
Manteca came out on top against Patterson on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive six-run sixth inning. The Buffaloes blew past the Tigers 10-1. The result was nothing new for the Buffaloes, who have now won eight games by eight runs or more so far this season.
Nate Slikker was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, he posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in February. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-5 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
In other pitching news, Jeremy Cross tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and not a single walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
Devon Richardson
| 03/25/26 @ Patterson | 5 |
| 03/06/26 @ Sierra | 3 |
| 03/04/26 vs Sierra | 3 |
| 02/14/26 vs Hughson | 3 |
| 02/13/26 @ Franklin | 3 |
Back at the plate, Devon Richardson was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and one double. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Brody Carabello, who went 3-for-4 with three runs and one RBI.
Manteca kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Patterson's defeat dropped their record down to 4-10. As for Manteca, their win bumped their record up to 12-4.
Patterson's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Manteca has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .450. It's a different story for Patterson, though, as they've only averaged .308. Will they be able to contain Manteca's hitters? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
