Westminster's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They blew past the Fort Lupton Bluedevils 16-6. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Westminster considering their one-run performance the matchup before.
Daniel Saminego was a standout: he scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances. Andrew Espinoza was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
On Fort Lupton's side, Gage Hofferber made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a stolen base and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Robert Ortiz, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Westminster's win bumped their record up to 9-10. As for Fort Lupton, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-16 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Westminster is on the road again on Saturday to play Vista PEAK Prep at 10:00 a.m. As for Fort Lupton, they will take on Peak to Peak at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Peak to Peak is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.3 runs per game this season.
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