It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Kennedy had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Concord Bears, sneaking past 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Titans have posted since March 20th.

Michael Pickett
05/20/25 vs Concord | 5 |
04/17/25 vs Mission San Jose | 4 |
04/14/25 @ Mission San Jose | 3 |
03/05/25 vs Deer Valley | 3 |
05/07/25 @ Newark Memorial | 2 |
+ 11 more games |
The team relied heavily on Michael Pickett, who fired off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 5-for-6. He is becoming a predictor of Kennedy's success: when he posts at least three hits the team is undefeated (and 8-12 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Nick Owsley, who got on base in three of his six plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
They weren't the only ones working in the home run department: Kennedy lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
The win got Kennedy back to even at 12-12. As for Concord, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 12 of their last 14 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-16 record this season.
As of now, neither Kennedy nor Concord have any future games scheduled.
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