Baseball Recap: Jenkins wins going away against Buckhorn

By Team Reports May 16, 2024, 6:01pm

Baseball Recap: Jenkins Cavaliers vs. Buckhorn Wildcats

Jenkins had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Buckhorn Wildcats 12-1. That's more bragging rights for Jenkins, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

John Addington was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 11 over six innings pitched. Addington was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sammy Whitaker, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Mason Webb, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.

Jenkins' win bumped their record up to 6-10. As for Buckhorn, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 12 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-16 record this season.

Jenkins does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Buckhorn, they will head out on the road to challenge Cordia at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.

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