Independence put another one in the bag on Wednesday to keep their undefeated season alive. They were the clear victor by a 23-5 margin over the Marion-Franklin Red Devils. Independence might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won three matchups by ten runs or more this season.
Anderson Mora made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He pitched two innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits (he also only allowed one walk). Mora has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Mora was even better at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nathaniel Pigott, who scored four runs and stole ten bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jadiel Colon, who scored three runs and stole six bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Independence's win bumped their record up to 4-0-1. As for Marion-Franklin, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Independence will take on Walnut Ridge at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Independence will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last. As for Marion-Franklin, they will be playing at home against South at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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