Baseball Game Preview: Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets vs. Rocky Mount Gryphons

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Roanoke Rapids is 8-2 against Rocky Mount since March of 2019 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Thursday. The Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets will challenge the Rocky Mount Gryphons at 6:00 p.m. Roanoke Rapids will be coming into the matchup with an undefeated record on the line.

Roanoke Rapids is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They were the clear victor by a 15-8 margin over Rocky Mount on Tuesday. That's two games straight that the Yellowjackets have won by exactly seven runs.

Ayden Brantley made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. Brantley was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in April of 2024.

In other batting news, Blaine Warren was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-5. Another player making a difference was Jackson Midgette, who scored a run while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.

Rocky Mount dropped their record down to 2-3 with the loss, which was their 11th straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Roanoke Rapids, their victory bumped their record up to 4-0.

Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Roanoke Rapids has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .461. However, it's not like Rocky Mount struggles in that department as they've averaged .522. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.