For the second straight game, Florence will face off against Llano. The Buffaloes will square off against the Yellowjackets at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Florence has given up an average of 11.7 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Florence is headed into Wednesday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight games on Tuesday. They came up short against Llano, falling 16-5.
For Llano's part, Jordan Miller and Austin Humphries were major factors while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Miller pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Humphries pitched five innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Miller has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. At the plate, Miller went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple, while Humphries went 3-for-4 with one run and one RBI. Those three RBI gave Miller a new career-high.
In other batting news, George Gallucci was a standout: he went 3-for-5 with four RBI and two runs. That's the most hits he has posted since back in February. Grayson Lilie was another key player, getting on base in three of his six plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs.
Llano always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .600. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their OBP total in three consecutive matchups.
The victory snapped Llano's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 14-4 record. As for Florence, their loss dropped their record down to 5-10.
Wednesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Florence has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .448. However, it's not like Llano struggles in that department as they've averaged .515. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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