McKean is 0-3 against Woodbridge since April of 2022 but things could change on Saturday. The Highlanders will face off against the Raiders at 12:00 p.m. McKean has given up an average of 8.1 runs per game this season, but Saturday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
McKean came up short against Brandywine on Thursday, falling 21-3. The Highlanders have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
McKean saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gavin Erbayri, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI. That stolen base was Erbayri's first of the season.
Meanwhile, the third road matchup was the charm for Woodbridge, as they earned their first away win of the season. They skirted past Sussex Academy 3-1. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Raiders as it put an end to their four-game losing streak.
Evan Woodall made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. Those nine strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two doubles and one RBI.
McKean's defeat dropped their record down to 4-4-1. As for Woodbridge, the win got them back to even at 4-4.
McKean's speedy runners might be the difference in Saturday's contest. The Highlanders have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.9 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Woodbridge, though, as they've been averaging only 0.5 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will McKean continue to outrun the ball?
McKean might still be hurting after the 20-1 loss they got from Woodbridge in their previous matchup back in March of 2024. Can the Highlanders avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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