Mules
| 05/13/25 @ Doniphan | 17 |
| 04/07/25 vs Ellington | 15 |
| 04/08/25 @ Sikeston | 13 |
| 04/09/25 vs Cooter | 12 |
| 03/28/25 @ Twin Rivers | 10 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Poplar Bluff). Everything went their way against the Doniphan Dons on Tuesday as they made off with a 17-9 win. Winning may never get old, but the Mules sure are getting used to it with their fourth in a row.
Marcus Tabanera made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Brandt Bell was incredible, going 3-for-5 with four stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Clayton Schalk, who went 3-for-5 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run.
Poplar Bluff kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 19 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Poplar Bluff pushed their record up to 15-11 with the victory, which was their third straight on the road. Those road wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.0 runs over those games. As for Doniphan, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-12 record this season.
Poplar Bluff does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Doniphan, they will take on Kennett at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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