Merritt Island extended their postseason success on Tuesday against Hernando. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Hernando Leopards a 10-0 shutout. Considering Merritt Island has won 15 matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
The result came thanks to Nick Wimberly's shutout, as he gave up just two hits and racked up ten Ks.
At the plate, Hudson Blank was incredible, scoring two runs while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Noah Knight, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
The victory (which was Merritt Island's ninth in a row) raised their record to 24-5. As for Hernando, their loss dropped their record down to 19-10.
Merritt Island will take on South Walton at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. South Walton is coming into the game with five straight wins on the road, so Merritt Island will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Hernando does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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