Tri City Dust Devils News: July 19 - July 25, 2024

The Tri-City Dust Devils have had a mixed bag of results over the past week, showcasing both their offensive prowess and defensive struggles. Here's a rundown of their recent performances:

Highs

- **Sweet Seventeen: Demolishing Spokane**
The Dust Devils had a season-high performance against the Spokane Indians, winning 17-6. This onslaught began in the top of the first inning and saw the team set new highs in runs, hits, and home runs.

- **Rallying Against Eugene**
In a thrilling matchup, the Dust Devils rallied twice to take down the Eugene Emeralds 5-3. A clutch RBI single by SS Adrian Placencia in the top of the 9th inning sealed the win.

Lows

- **Crazy Eighth Dooms Dust Devils**
Just six outs away from a third straight win, the Dust Devils suffered a disastrous 8th inning, plagued by errors and walks, ultimately losing the game.

- **Bah, Humbug: Falling Short Against Everett**
Despite building a big lead early, the Dust Devils were unable to hold on, falling 9-6 to the Everett AquaSox. Errors proved costly, gifting the visitors with unearned runs.

- **Struggles Against Spokane**
The Dust Devils faced tough pitching from the Spokane Indians, losing 9-3 and 2-0 in consecutive games. They were unable to capitalize on their few opportunities, leading to these defeats.

Notable Performances

- **Chad Stevens**
Infielder Chad Stevens had a great night at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a double and a walk alongside his two RBI singles in the game against Everett.

- **Andy Blake**
3B Andy Blake hit a three-run home run out to left-center in the same game, contributing to the Dust Devils' early lead.

The Tri-City Dust Devils continue to show flashes of brilliance but are still working to overcome their defensive inconsistencies. As they move forward, they will need to tighten up their play to secure more wins.