Downey extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 6-16. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 10-0 to the Pitman Pride, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Pride this season, with their most recent defeat being a 10-0 loss on Thursday.
As for Pitman, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 16-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine contests by six runs or more this season.
For Pitman's part, Nolan Walker made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Those eight strikeouts gave Walker a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Cole Kelley was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double. Jackson Way was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
Downey didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 14-1 defeat against Enochs on the 20th. As for Pitman, they have also already played their next game, a 19-6 win against Gregori on the 20th.
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