Jones proved they can win big on Wednesday (they won by nine) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 6-5 victory over the Kennedy Crusaders. The win continues a trend for the Eagles in their matchups with the Crusaders: they've now won eight in a row.
Jack Hiltz
| 03/27/25 @ Kennedy | 6 |
| 05/06/24 vs Marian Catholic | 4 |
| 04/15/24 vs Kenwood | 3 |
| 04/08/24 vs Chicago Washington | 3 |
| 03/15/24 vs Holy Trinity | 2 |
Jack Hiltz made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Those six strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, Ellis Alexander was incredible, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 4-for-4. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March of 2024. Another player making a difference was Christophe DeWijkerslooth, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Jones kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Jones now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Kennedy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-4 record this season.
Jones will face off against Holy Trinity at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Kennedy, they will take on Blue Island Eisenhower at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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