Baseball Recap: Cochranton Takes a Loss

Cochranton had lost five straight at home, but on Monday they dropped down to 0-9 to make it six. They lost 12-6 to the Cambridge Springs Devils. The Cardinals were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Devils apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.

Walker Carroll and Brayden Burnette did some serious damage despite the final result: Carroll went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI, while Burnette went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and two runs. Brady Rynd also deserves some recognition as he scored his first runs of the season.

As for Cambridge Springs, their record now sits at 4-5-1. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three games by six runs or more this season.

On Cambridge Springs' side, Quinn Simmerman was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over 4.2 innings pitched. Simmerman also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Cambridge Springs is 3-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-4-1 otherwise. Simmerman was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with five RBI and one run. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2025.

In other batting news, Brett Kania was incredible, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Camden Nash, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.

We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Cochranton is set to take on their familiar foe Saegertown at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Cambridge Springs will challenge rival Rocky Grove at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.