For the second straight game, Clarkrange will face off against Jackson County. The Buffaloes will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against the Blue Devils at 5:30 p.m. Clarkrange has given up an average of 7.6 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Clarkrange is headed into Tuesday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight games on Monday. They lost 15-1 to Jackson County.
For Jackson County's part, Bryce Stafford was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Stafford has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, 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.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jaren Dill, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of Jackson County's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 2-1 (and 5-14 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Colby Mull, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Jackson County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .688. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Clarkrange only posted an OBP of .267.
Jackson County is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-15 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.5 runs over those games. As for Clarkrange, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-11.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Clarkrange has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.4 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Jackson County struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 3.7 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
