Barberton came out on top against Springfield on Friday thanks in part to the team's impressive seven-run second inning. The Magics blew past the Spartans 9-3. The result was nothing new for the Magics, who have now won three games by six runs or more so far this season.
Barberton's victory was truly a team effort as six different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Cole Macko, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most runs Macko has posted since back in May of 2024. Another was Michael Banks, who got on base in two of his three plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Barberton hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in three consecutive matchups.
Barberton's win bumped their record up to 3-7. As for Springfield, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-9.
Barberton didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 6-4 victory against Roosevelt on the 28th. As for Springfield, they have also already played their next game, a 6-1 defeat against Sandy Valley on the 26th.
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