The Bermudian Springs Eagles will square off against the Warrior Run Defenders on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (Bermudian Springs 3.4, Warrior Run 2.8) so any runs scored will be well earned.
Bermudian Springs is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Monday. They never let Neumann-Goretti get on the board and left with a 4-0 win.
The result came thanks to Branson Diller's shutout, as he gave up just four hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in ten consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Brayden Heller was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one triple and one run. Jaxsyn Stottlemyer also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Meanwhile, it was close, but on Monday Warrior Run sidestepped Dunmore for a 1-0 victory.
Dunmore's batters probably weren't too happy with Griffen Harrington, who pitched a no hitter and racked up eight Ks (he gave up six walks).
Warrior Run is on a roll lately: they've won six of their last eight matchups. That lines up perfectly with their 18-6 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.9 runs on average over those games. As for Bermudian Springs, their victory bumped their record up to 21-5.
Thursday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Bermudian Springs has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .446. However, it's not like Warrior Run struggles in that department as they've averaged .437. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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