The Bluejacket Chieftains will square off against the Quapaw Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Bluejacket is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.
Bluejacket made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Welch, but they still couldn't quite topple them. Bluejacket blew past Welch 14-6 on Tuesday. While the Chieftains didn't have the best season last year (they finished 5-15), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Colton Cochran made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off six hits (and not a single walk). He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while going 2-for-4.
| 03/11/25 vs Welch | 4 |
| 03/07/25 @ Commerce | 5 |
| 03/06/25 @ Colcord | 1 |
| 03/04/25 vs Oaks-Mission | 2 |
| 02/28/25 vs South Coffeyville | 2 |
| 02/27/25 @ Foyil | 3 |
In other batting news, Bryson Shaffer was incredible, scoring a run and stealing Four bases. while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Shaffer is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Josh Rowe, who scored two runs and stole Two bases. while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Bluejacket always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .632. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Welch only posted an OBP of .394.
Meanwhile, Quapaw fell victim to Salina and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They came up short against Salina, falling 8-0. Quapaw's loss continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
Bluejacket's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-1. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 7.7 runs. As for Quapaw, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-5.
Quapaw's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Bluejacket has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .545. It's a different story for Quapaw, though, as they've only averaged .359. Will they be able to contain Bluejacket's hitters?
Bluejacket might still be hurting after the 10-2 loss they got from Quapaw in their previous matchup back in March of 2024. Will Bluejacket 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.
