Bruton hasn't had much luck against York recently, but that could start to change on Monday. Bruton will face off against York at 4:30 p.m. Bruton has given up an average of 22.2 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Bruton came up short against New Kent on Friday, falling 25-1. The Panthers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Bruton saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Addy Stokes, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one RBI.
Meanwhile, York was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-7 heartbreaker at the hands of Poquoson. Even though they lost, the Falcons' still made a splash at the plate and bumped their average scoring up to 6.2 runs per game (they're now ranked -1th in scoring overall).
Leslee Maldonado stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: she scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-4. Maldonado is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Ella Thurman also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
York's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Bruton, their loss dropped their record down to 1-4.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Bruton has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 11.4 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like York struggles in that department as they've been averaging 3.2 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Bruton might still be hurting after the 11-1 defeat they got from York in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Can Bruton avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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