Rio Grande hasn't had much luck against Albuquerque recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Ravens are taking a road trip to challenge the Bulldogs at 3:30 p.m. Rio Grande has given up an average of 13 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Rio Grande came up short against West Mesa on Tuesday, falling 16-5. The Ravens have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Mercedes Valenzuela made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Brianna Knight, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and one double.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Albuquerque, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 15-5 margin over West Mesa on Friday. The result was nothing new for the Bulldogs, who have now won 12 matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Elyssa Russell was incredible, firing off two home runs, six RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-4. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Luna Diaz, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Albuquerque lost a few balls and finished the game with four home runs. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now launched at least two home runs in three consecutive contests.
Albuquerque's record is now 12-8. As for Rio Grande, their loss dropped their record down to 6-11.
Rio Grande might still be hurting after the 17-1 defeat they got from Albuquerque in their previous meeting on April 4th. Can the Ravens avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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