Apache Junction is 0-9 against Seton Catholic since March of 2017 but things could change on Tuesday. The Prospectors will face off against the Sentinels at 6:00 p.m. Apache Junction has given up an average of 12.6 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Apache Junction lost 13-3 to Florence on Friday.
Meanwhile, Seton Catholic came tearing into Friday's game with five straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7.6 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They were the clear victors by a 13-1 margin over the Chargers. Considering the Sentinels have won six contests by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Carter Hutchinson got the start for Seton Catholic and what a start it was: he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Hutchinson has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. Gunner Krawczyk relieved him and did a solid job, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
At the plate, Nathan Mulligan was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. Noah Donovan was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
Apache Junction's defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Seton Catholic, their record now sits at 11-2.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Apache Junction has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .434. However, it's not like Seton Catholic struggles in that department as they've averaged .468. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Apache Junction couldn't quite get it done against Seton Catholic when the teams last played back in May of 2025 as they fell 6-1. Can the Prospectors avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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