Monday just wasn't the day for Buffalo's offense. They fell victim to a rough 12-0 defeat at the hands of the Cherokee Chiefs on Monday. Buffalo has not had much luck with Cherokee recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
For Cherokee's part, Gentrye Nickel made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Nickel has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Nickel was even better at the plate, going 2-for-2 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Cooper Cantellay was incredible, scoring three runs while going 2-for-2. Another player making a difference was Alberto Alvarez, who went 1-for-2 with a home run.
Buffalo's loss dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Cherokee, their win bumped their record up to 8-14.
Buffalo will be playing in front of their home fans against Waynoka at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday. Waynoka is coming into the match with five straight victories on the road, so Buffalo will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. Cherokee does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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