It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Millard West had no problem doing just that on Wednesday. Everything went their way against the Elkhorn South Storm as they made off with a 9-2 victory. The result was nothing new for Millard West, who have now won 16 matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Nick Venteicher was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Venteicher has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive pitching appearances. Venteicher was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
In other pitching news, Max Wand looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Tyson Lewis, who went 1-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Mike Valdivia was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Millard West has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 games, which provided a nice bump to their 32-5 record this season. As for Elkhorn South, their defeat dropped their record down to 19-15.
Millard West is on the road again on Friday to play Lincoln East at 7:00 p.m. Lincoln East will roll in looking for their 20th straight win, something Millard West surely won't give up without a fight. Elkhorn South does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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