Sharks
| 03/06/25 @ Father Lopez | 17 |
| 03/04/25 vs Mainland | 9 |
| 02/11/25 @ Palatka | 8 |
| 02/28/25 @ Taylor | 5 |
| 02/24/25 @ Titusville | 5 |
Atlantic made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Father Lopez, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Atlantic Sharks' pitcher stepped up to hand the Father Lopez Green Wave a 17-0 shutout on Thursday. The Sharks' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Jayden Lombardi was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over four innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up a single earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season.
In other batting news, Atlantic got a massive performance out of David Strickland, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI Strickland has posted since back in February of 2024. Jake Cronin was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing Three bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Atlantic hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now struck out at most four strikeouts in three consecutive contests.
Atlantic's record is now 8-1. As for Father Lopez, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-8.
Coming up, Atlantic is taking a road trip to face off against Matanzas at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Atlantic's pitching crew has only allowed two runs per game this season, so Matanzas' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Father Lopez, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against University at 6:00 p.m. University will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Father Lopez surely won't give up without a fight.
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