Rincon/University extended their losing streak to six on Monday, dropping them down to 2-8. They came up short against the Empire Ravens, falling 20-1. The Rangers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Ravens apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2022.
As for Empire, their record is now 4-6. That looming 20-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Empire's part, Brayden Schlauderaff was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Schlauderaff has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with one run.
In other batting news, Micah Tiggas was incredible, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and two RBI. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Elliott Norton, who went 3-for-5 with four RBI and two runs.
Coming up, Rincon/University will host Canyon del Oro at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Empire, they wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next contest, a 14-4 win against Nogales on the 16th.
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