Peninsula had lost six straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped down to 3-10 to make it seven. They fell just short of the California Condors by a score of 8-7. The Panthers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Condors earlier this season, when they won 4-3.
As for California, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since March 4th.
For California's part, Adam Vitela made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. That's the most strikeouts Vitela has posted since back in February. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one double. He is becoming a predictor of California's success: when he posts at least three hits the team is undefeated (and 3-10 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nicholas Pagani, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Another player making a difference was Luke Martinez, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Peninsula will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Wiseburn- Da Vinci at 3:15 p.m. on the 15th. As for California, they will venture away from home to face off against El Rancho at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Dons' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Condors' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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