After losing to Coahoma the last time they met, Merkel decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Merkel Badgers had just enough and edged the Coahoma Bulldogs out 5-3.
Bronson Lloyd tossed a big game, pitching 4.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (he also only allowed one walk). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Eli Delgado, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Kaden Blubaugh was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Merkel's win bumped their record up to 8-12. As for Coahoma, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last 12 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-12-2 record this season.
Merkel will head out on the road to face off against Jim Ned at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Jim Ned is coming into the game with three straight victories at home, so Merkel will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Coahoma will take on Wall at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Wall will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something Coahoma surely won't give up without a fight.
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