Oakland had lost three straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 4-13 to make it four. They came up short against the Camas Valley Hornets, falling 11-1. The Oakers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Hornets earlier this season, when they won 13-4.
Oakland got a good showing from Jachai Myers, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Myers has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Gabe Williamson was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases and one RBI.
As for Camas Valley, their victory ended a nine-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Camas Valley's side, John Baker was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Baker was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with six RBI and one double.
In other batting news, Riley Wolfe was incredible, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Those RBI were his first of the season. Lucious Liles was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Oakland is set to face off against their familiar foe Lowell at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Camas Valley will challenge rival Oakridge at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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