Seagraves extended their losing streak to 14 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 1-17 in the process. They lost 22-0 to the Tahoka Bulldogs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bulldogs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 on Friday.
As for Tahoka, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Tahoka's part, Bek McCleskey was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out seven over five innings pitched. McCleskey has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three RBI. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Dante Garcia was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, two stolen bases, and three RBI. He has become a key player for Tahoka: the team is undefeated when he posts at least three RBI, but 6-7 otherwise. Cayden Gutierrez was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Coming up, Seagraves will be playing at home against Sundown at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles will need to watch out since the Roughnecks have now posted at least ten runs in their last three contests. As for Tahoka, they will head out on the road to take on Ropes at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so the Bulldogs' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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