Arvada won the last time they faced Jefferson, and things went their way on Thursday too. The Arvada Bulldogs came out on top against the Jefferson Saints by a score of 12-7.
Diego Jaramillo and Trevor Lucero made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Jaramillo struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off only two hits. Meanwhile, Lucero struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits (and only one walk). At the plate, Jaramillo scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-4, while Lucero went 2-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
In other batting news, Arvada got a big performance out of Jordan Jurado, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Asher Buehrle was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
On Jefferson's side, Ronald Hurtado made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base, and two RBI. Hurtado is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last seven games he's played.
Arvada's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-5. As for Jefferson, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Arvada will take on Englewood at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Jefferson, they will be playing at home against Fort Lupton at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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