While Dakota's victory against Durand/Pecatonica wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Indians won by a run and slipped past the Rivermen 9-8. The Indians haven't had any issues with the Rivermen recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
Brody Keeney
| 05/12/25 @ Durand/Pecatonica | 7 |
| 05/06/25 vs Orangeville | 11 |
| 04/30/25 @ East Dubuque | 8 |
| 04/22/25 @ Forreston | 10 |
| 04/15/25 @ Pearl City | 5 |
| + 3 more games |
Brody Keeney made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Dakota got a big performance out of Braxton Mazurkiewicz, who went 2-for-5 with two RBI and one run. Brodie Goode was another key player, going 2-for-5 with two stolen bases and two runs.
Dakota kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 10-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Dakota's record is now 16-12. As for Durand/Pecatonica, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 13 of their last 14 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-19 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Dakota will challenge Ashton-Franklin Center at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Durand/Pecatonica, they will square off against Freeport at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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