Cissna Park was handed a 21-run loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-3 victory over the South Newton Rebels. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Timberwolves have posted since May 4, 2024.
Joah Henrichs was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Seth Walder was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Those runs marked the first that he scored this season. Ayden Hamrick was another key player, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
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| 04/03/25 - Away | 5-3 W |
| 05/04/24 - Home | 8-7 W |
| 05/05/18 - Away | 10-17 L |
| 05/05/18 - Away | 5-12 L |
| 05/06/17 - Home | 5-11 L |
| + 3 more games |
Cissna Park's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cissna Park will square off against Schlarman at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for South Newton, they are headed away from home for the first time to square off against Fountain Central at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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