There's no place like home for Monterey, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 14-0 margin over the Jackson County Blue Devils on Monday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 10-0 on April 1st.
Dylan Whitehead
| 04/08/25 vs Smith County | 9 |
| 03/18/25 vs Watertown | 9 |
| 04/14/25 vs York Institute | 5 |
| 03/10/25 vs York Institute | 4 |
| 04/01/25 vs Jackson County | 2 |
| + 3 more games |
Dylan Whitehead was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out ten over four innings pitched. He is becoming a predictor of Monterey's success: when he allows at most one hit the team is 2-1 (and 8-10 when he doesn't). Whitehead was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March.
In other pitching news, Grayson Phillips looked comfortable as he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, Noah Selby and Tanner Brown did most of the damage at the plate: Selby went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Brown went 1-for-3 with one home run and two runs. That home run was Brown's first of the season. Another player making a difference was Brayden Reams, who went 1-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
Monterey always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .586. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Monterey's record is now 10-11. As for Jackson County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 13 of their last 14 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-19 record this season.
Monterey will welcome Red Boiling Springs at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Jackson County, they are taking a road trip to challenge Bledsoe County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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