The Telstar Rebels will challenge the Mountain Valley Falcons at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Telstar is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.3 runs per game this season.
Last Tuesday, Telstar didn't have quite enough to beat Vinalhaven and fell 8-6. The Rebels have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Mountain Valley hadn't done well against Winthrop recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Falcons were the clear victors by a 20-10 margin over the Ramblers. The Falcons might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five matchups by ten runs or more this season.
Telstar's defeat dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Mountain Valley, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 8-4.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Telstar has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .436. However, it's not like Mountain Valley struggles in that department as they've averaged .512. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Telstar came up short against Mountain Valley in their previous matchup back in May of 2024, falling 13-8. Will the Rebels have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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