Recap: Akron Rams vs. Sedgwick County Cougars
Akron won against Sedgwick County on Saturday with six runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Saturday. The Akron Rams walked away with a 6-1 victory over the Sedgwick County Cougars. The win made it back-to-back victories for Akron.
Akron let Clay Axtell and Brandon Hellyer loose on the outfield. Axtell scored a run and stole two bases while going 3-for-3, while Hellyer scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
On Sedgwick County's side, Roman Kirk was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 3.1 innings while giving up two earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits (he also only allowed one walk). Kirk was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, Josh Kler was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Akron's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Sedgwick County, they are on a nine-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Akron will take on Wray at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Sedgwick County, they will be playing at home against Caliche at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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