After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Midland Trail brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They blew past the Richwood Lumberjacks 23-11 on Wednesday. The Patriots not only won on Wednesday, but they posted their biggest win since May 9, 2024.
Kolton Eades was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Eades was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-5. That stolen base marked the first that he snagged this season.
Greg Cramer
| 04/09/25 @ Richwood | 4 |
| 05/07/24 vs Webster County | 2 |
| 03/28/25 @ Woodrow Wilson | 1 |
| 03/26/25 @ Nicholas County | 1 |
| 05/09/24 vs Pocahontas County | 1 |
In other batting news, Greg Cramer was a standout: he went 3-for-5 with six RBI, four runs, and two stolen bases. Those four runs gave him a new career-high. Jamison Swafford was another key player, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-5.
Midland Trail always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .547. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Midland Trail's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Richwood, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Midland Trail will welcome Oak Hill at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Richwood, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Highland at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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