While St. Bede's win against Putnam County wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Bruins' pitcher stepped up to hand the Panthers a 1-0 shutout on Thursday. The victory continues a trend for the Bruins in their matchups with the Panthers: they've now won four in a row.

Gino Ferrari
05/08/25 vs Putnam County | 7 |
04/28/25 @ Marquette | 8 |
04/23/25 vs Roanoke-Benson/Lowpoint-Washburn | 5 |
The result came thanks to Gino Ferrari's shutout, as he gave up just two hits and racked up seven Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, St. Bede saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was AJ Hermes, who went 1-for-3 with one run.
St. Bede's record is now 19-4. As for Putnam County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 16-9 record this season.
St. Bede will welcome Tri-Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Putnam County, they will head out on the road to take on Mendota at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers are facing the Trojans at the right time seeing as the Trojans are stuck on an eight-game losing streak.
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