There's no place like home for Wendell, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Declo Hornets on Friday, sneaking past 13-12. That's the fourth time they've managed to beat them this season, with their most recent victory being a 4-3 win on Thursday.
Garrett Youngblood looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Zayden Rogers
| 04/17/26 @ Gooding | 3 |
| 04/10/26 vs Notus | 3 |
| 04/09/26 vs Soda Springs | 3 |
| 03/27/26 vs Garden Valley | 3 |
| 05/01/26 vs Declo | 2 |
| + 13 more games |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Zayden Rogers, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Wendell is undefeated when Rogers posts two or more runs, but 4-10 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Deegan Prince, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Wendell always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .541. They are 12-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Wendell's record now sits at 14-10. As for Declo, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-8 record this season.
Wendell will head out to face off against Malad at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Dragons will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something the Trojans surely won't give up without a fight. Declo does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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