July 12 2019 The Tucson Saguaros defeated the California City Whiptails 14-5 behind an 18-hit attack. Tucson scored five runs in the first inning and six more in the second to take an 11-1 lead, then added a run in the third and two in the sixth. California City scored once in the second and twice in the seventh before adding single runs in the eighth and ninth.
Nick Diaz went 3-for-4 with two home runs, three RBI and two runs scored for Tucson.
Daniel Diaz also homered twice and finished 3-for-4 with four RBI and two runs, while
Evan Douglas went 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
Riley Richarz and J. Garnett also hit home runs, and
Caleb Wichman added three hits and three runs. Tucson hit six home runs overall.
Drake Bannerman earned the win after allowing one hit and no runs over four innings while striking out seven and walking one.
Tyler Daugherty opened with two innings and five strikeouts, while Tucson pitchers combined for 16 strikeouts. California City starter
Brian Rosensteel took the loss after surrendering 15 hits and 12 runs over five innings, with eight charged as earned.
