Sacramento hasn't had much luck against Rodriguez recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Dragons will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on the Mustangs at 4:00 p.m. Sacramento has given up an average of 17.4 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Sacramento fell victim to Rodriguez and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 25-0 to the Mustangs.
For Rodriguez's part, Austin Krebs looked comfortable as he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Krebs has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Jack Jacobson was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with six RBI, four runs, and two stolen bases. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in doubles (two). Benjaman 'BJ' Smith was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Rodriguez hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in five consecutive contests.
Sacramento's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Rodriguez, their loss dropped their record down to 7-3.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Thursday as neither team is afraid to steal. Sacramento has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.4 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Rodriguez struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 3.8 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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