While Shepherd's win against Gladwin wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Bluejays sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-4 victory over the Flying G's on Tuesday. The win was nothing new for the Bluejays as they're now sitting on three straight.
Braddock Payne
| 05/12/26 @ Gladwin | 3 |
| 04/29/25 @ Ogemaw Heights | 2 |
| 04/30/26 @ Harrison | 1 |
| 04/21/26 vs Pinconning | 1 |
| 04/17/26 vs Big Rapids | 1 |
Braddock Payne made a splash no matter where he played. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one RBI. Those three hits gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Shepherd let Kaden Yuncker and Sam King run wild. Yuncker went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while King went 2-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI Yuncker has posted over his last 11 contests. Bryce Smith was another key player, earning two runs and one stolen base.
Shepherd hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least three batters in three consecutive games.
Shepherd's victory bumped their record up to 21-6. As for Gladwin, they dropped their record down to 4-9 with the loss, which was their fourth straight at home.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shepherd will face off against Bullock Creek at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Gladwin, they will square off against Farwell at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Flying G's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season.
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