Galt extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 5-11 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 6-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Union Mine Diamondbacks. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Warriors have suffered since March 19, 2024.
Michael Perucca made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That triple marked the first that he has hit this season. Carlo Sterni was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases.
As for Union Mine, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 12-11. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 4th.
On Union Mine's side, Nate Gregson made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and only one walk). Gregson was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one triple. Union Mine is undefeated when Gregson posts two or more runs, but 7-11 otherwise.
Gregson wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Matt Manfredi, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Coming up, Galt will challenge Liberty Ranch at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Hawks' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Warriors' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Union Mine, they will face off against El Dorado at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Diamondbacks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season.
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