Panthers
| 05/03/25 vs Basalt | 12-2 |
| 05/03/25 vs Basalt | 10-0 |
| 04/29/25 @ Gunnison | 13-6 |
| 04/29/25 @ Gunnison | 8-6 |
| 04/24/25 vs Rifle | 7-4 |
| + 7 more games |
Delta came tearing into Saturday's matchup with 11 straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 9.2 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Basalt Longhorns 12-2. Considering the Panthers have won 12 games by more than five runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
Landon Kennell was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two triples, and three runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jhett Ryan, who went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 1 stolen bases per game. Another player making a difference was Ripp Lockhart, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
Delta kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in nine consecutive contests.
Delta pushed their record up to 16-5 with the victory, which was their ninth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.4 runs on average over those games. As for Basalt, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-9 record this season.
Delta will venture away from home to square off against Coal Ridge at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Basalt, they will host Glenwood Springs at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Demons will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something the Longhorns surely won't give up without a fight.
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