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Old 01-05-2026, 04:53 PM   #205
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Moscow Blizzard at Sheffield Mountain Hares - Series Recap


Game 1
Friday, August 6th, 2060
Sheffield Mountain Hares 6, Moscow Blizzard 0

Sheffield opened the series with a dominant shutout, riding a superb start from A. Herzog, who worked six scoreless innings to earn the win. The Mountain Hares struck decisively in the fourth inning when T. Juhl unloaded a grand slam, turning a tight contest into a comfortable cushion. Juhl finished 1-for-4 with four RBIs, accounting for most of the offence on the night. A. Sandoval closed the door to secure the save, while Moscow managed just four hits and left ten runners on base. The win pushed Sheffield two games over .500 and sent Moscow to their fourth straight loss.

Game 2
Saturday, August 7th, 2060
Moscow Blizzard 7, Sheffield Mountain Hares 0

Moscow responded emphatically, flipping the script with a shutout of their own. C. Hutchins led the way offensively, going 3-for-5 with three doubles and two RBIs, repeatedly punishing Sheffield pitching. A steady bullpen effort secured the victory after L. bin Isra’il exited early due to injury. Sheffield were held to 14 hits but failed to cash in, stranding 13 runners and grounding into two key double plays. The result snapped Moscow’s skid and pulled them closer in the standings.

Game 3
Sunday, August 8th, 2060
Moscow Blizzard 6, Sheffield Mountain Hares 3 (10 innings)

The series finale delivered late drama as Moscow edged Sheffield in extra innings. M. Wehilani was the difference maker, producing a 4-for-5 performance that included a home run, two doubles, and the decisive go-ahead double in the tenth inning. S. Peric earned the win with two scoreless frames out of the bullpen, while S. Burhan was tagged with the loss. Sheffield fought back to force extras but were ultimately undone by Moscow’s timely hitting, evening their record at .500.

Series Summary
Moscow Blizzard win the series, 2-1.
Final records after the series: Moscow Blizzard 55-57, Sheffield Mountain Hares 56-56.
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