Erie was handed a ten-run loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Monday. They had just enough and edged out the Warren Dragons 9-8. The Royals haven't had any issues with the Dragons recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
The team relied heavily on Jack Musone, who went 4-for-6 with one stolen base and one run. He has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times he's played. Another player making a difference was Chase Benedict, who got on base in four of his seven plate appearances with two runs and one double.

Royals
| 04/13/26 @ Warren | 12 |
| 04/11/26 @ Meadville | 5 |
| 04/09/26 vs McDowell | 8 |
| 04/07/26 vs Iroquois | 8 |
| 03/31/26 vs North East | 3 |
| + 17 more games |
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Erie kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2025.
Erie's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Warren, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Erie wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 0-0 draw against General McLane on the 15th. As for Warren, they have also already played their next contest, a 9-3 defeat against Cathedral Prep on the 15th.
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