Baker is 9-1 against Pine Forest since March of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Baker Gators will stay at home for another game and welcome the Pine Forest Eagles at 6:00 p.m. Baker is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.4 runs per game this season.
Baker will bounce into Friday's contest after beating Paxton, who they hadn't topped in nine consecutive meetings. Baker came out on top against Paxton by a score of 6-3 on Thursday.
Baker saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was JENA FEDORAK, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was MYLEE FRAZIER, who scored two runs while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for Pine Forest's offense. They fell victim to a rough 15-0 loss at the hands of Crestview on Tuesday. Pine Forest has not had much luck with Crestview recently, as the team's come up short the last seven times they've met.
Baker's win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 13-7. As for Pine Forest, they now have a losing record at 7-8.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Baker has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .465. However, it's not like Pine Forest 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.
Baker took their victory against Pine Forest in their previous matchup back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 13-3. Does Baker have another victory up their sleeve, or will Pine Forest turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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