Baseball Game Preview: Jackson County Blue Devils vs. Clarkrange Buffaloes

For the second straight game, Jackson County will face off against Clarkrange. The Blue Devils will square off against the Buffaloes at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

On Monday, Jackson County got the win against Clarkrange by a conclusive 15-1. The win continues a trend for the Blue Devils in their matchups with the Buffaloes: they've now won three in a row.

Bryce Stafford made a big impact no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March of 2025.

Jaren Dill

Runs

04/20/26 vs Clarkrange	3
03/06/26 vs Harriman	3
04/13/26 vs Red Boiling Springs	2
04/14/26 @ Red Boiling Springs	1
04/09/26 vs Livingston Academy	1
+ 5 more games

In other batting news, Jaren Dill was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. He has become a key player for Jackson County: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 5-14 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Justice Hastings, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs.

Jackson County was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .500. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .300 or higher in four consecutive contests.

Jackson County's record now sits at 7-15. As for Clarkrange, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last 11 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-11 record this season.

The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Jackson County has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.7 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Clarkrange struggles in that department as they've been averaging 3.4 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.