Atherton hasn't had much luck against Ballard recently, but that could start to change on Wednesday. The Ravens will be playing at home against the Bruins at 5:30 p.m. Atherton is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.4 runs per game this season.
Atherton will roll into the game after a wild two-game stretch: they didn't score any runs on Thursday, then bounced right back against Central on Monday. The Ravens were the clear victors by a 17-1 margin over the Yellow Jackets. Considering the Ravens have won eight matchups by more than seven runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Cole Rutledge
| 03/19/26 vs Thomas Nelson | 3 |
| 04/13/26 @ Central | 2 |
| 04/07/26 vs Highlands Latin | 2 |
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Atherton let Jude Fulks and Cole Rutledge run wild. Fulks got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double, while Rutledge went 2-for-3 with two triples, two runs, and two RBI. Atherton is undefeated when Rutledge posts two or more runs, but 2-5 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Kenneth Whobrey, who earned three runs and one stolen base.
Atherton always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .576. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Meanwhile, Ballard came up short against South Oldham on Tuesday, falling 14-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Bruins have suffered against the Dragons since May 14, 2018.
Ballard's defeat dropped their record down to 11-7. As for Atherton, their win bumped their record up to 8-5.
Atherton might still be hurting after the 12-0 loss they got from Ballard when the teams last played on Thursday. Will the Ravens have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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