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Hialeah Gardens had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 11-run drubbing they dealt Dr. Krop on Monday. The Gladiators were the clear victors by a 12-1 margin over the Lightning. The Gladiators might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four contests by seven runs or more this season.
Derek Mata looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent: he hasn’t given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Hialeah Gardens let Edel Garcia and Bryan Pol run wild. Garcia went 3-for-4 with two runs and two RBI, while Pol went 3-for-4 with one triple, one run, and one RBI. Those two RBI gave Garcia a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Alex Castro, who went 1-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
Hialeah Gardens kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are 3-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Hialeah Gardens’ victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-8. As for Dr. Krop, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That’s put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hialeah Gardens will venture away from home to challenge Varela at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Dr. Krop, they will head out to take on Hialeah at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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