Centennial had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 12-run drubbing they dealt Linden-McKinley on Thursday. The Stars were the clear victors by a 14-2 margin over the Panthers. The result was nothing new for the Stars, who have now won four contests by ten runs or more so far this season.
Max Burt made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Centennial is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 3-4 otherwise. Burt was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Gavin White was excellent, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base. Jayden Hammond was another key player, earning one run and two stolen bases.
Centennial always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .697. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Stars
| 04/17/25 vs Linden-McKinley | 14-2 |
| 04/16/25 vs Whetstone | 1-0 |
| 04/09/25 vs Mifflin | 4-3 |
| 04/08/25 vs Northland | 13-3 |
| 04/07/25 vs Columbus International | 17-7 |
| + 2 more games |
Centennial pushed their record up to 6-4 with the victory, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.4 runs on average over those games. As for Linden-McKinley, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-7.
Coming up, Centennial will venture away from home to challenge Bexley at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Linden-McKinley, they will host Independence at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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