Estacada won the last time they faced Crook County and things went their way on Thursday too. The Rangers were the clear victors by a 14-2 margin over the Cowboys. That 12 run margin sets a new team best for the Rangers this season.
Connor Crawford made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Crawford was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March.
Blake Barger
| 04/24/25 @ Crook County | 3 |
| 04/21/25 vs Gladstone | 2 |
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| 04/10/25 @ Seaside | 1 |
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In other batting news, Estacada got a massive performance out of Blake Barger, who went 3-for-5 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Those three hits gave Barger a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Liam Johnston, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Estacada always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .625. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
The win made it two in a row for Estacada and bumps their season record up to 9-7-1. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 3 runs in those games. As for Crook County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-10 record this season.
Estacada will square off against The Dalles at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Crook County, they will take on Madras at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Cowboys are facing the White Buffaloes at the right time seeing as the White Buffaloes are stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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