Space Coast hasn't had much luck against Palm Bay recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Space Coast Vipers will venture away from home to face off against the Palm Bay Pirates at 6:00 p.m. Space Coast has given up an average of 7.3 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Space Coast lost 15-2 to Merritt Island on Wednesday. The Vipers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Space Coast saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kellen Parsons, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2. Reid Schaeffer also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
Meanwhile, Palm Bay was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell 4-1 to Viera. The contest marked the Pirates' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
Space Coast's loss dropped their record down to 5-7. As for Palm Bay, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-5.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Space Coast has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .463. However, it's not like Palm Bay struggles in that department as they've averaged .464. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Space Coast might still be hurting after the 14-7 loss they got from Palm Bay when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Can Space Coast avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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