Lakewood was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last contest, but they sure didn't let that happen against Gibbs on Tuesday. The Spartans were the clear victors by a 19-7 margin over the Gladiators. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 20-3 back in March.
David Bell
| 04/08/25 @ Gibbs | 6 |
| 02/27/24 @ Southeast | 5 |
| 03/07/25 vs Clearwater | 2 |
| 02/25/25 @ Northeast | 2 |
| 04/22/24 @ Boca Ciega | 2 |
David Bell was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. Those six strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 3-for-5. He also hit two doubles, marking his first of the season.
In other batting news, Lakewood got a massive performance out of Jonathan Jacomino, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most runs Jacomino has posted since back in February. Another player making a difference was Mikal Morris, who scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Lakewood always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .585. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Lakewood's win bumped their record up to 5-13. As for Gibbs, they dropped their record down to 1-11 with the loss, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season.
Looking ahead, Lakewood will welcome Southeast at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Spartans are facing the Seminoles at the right time seeing as the Seminoles are stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Gibbs, they will head out on the road to take on Clearwater at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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