Rogers hasn't had much luck against Start recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The Rams will head out on the road to challenge the Spartans at 5:00 p.m. Rogers is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.5 runs per game this season.
On Friday, Rogers didn't have quite enough to beat Toledo Christian and fell 6-5.
Dawson Davenport
| 04/20/26 vs Woodward | 5 |
| 04/08/26 @ Rossford | 5 |
| 04/21/26 @ Woodward | 4 |
| 05/08/26 @ Toledo Christian | 3 |
| 03/28/26 vs Scott | 3 |
| + 3 more games |
Rogers saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Dawson Davenport, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI and one triple. The Rams are 4-1 when Davenport posts three or more RBI, but 2-14 otherwise. Zephan Birt was another, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and two RBI.
Meanwhile, Start posted their closest victory since April 21st on Friday. They skirted past Emmanuel Christian 5-3. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Spartans.
Emari Green was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up three earned runs off only two hits. Green was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Rogers' loss dropped their record down to 6-15. As for Start, they now have a winning record of 10-9.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Rogers has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .489. However, it's not like Start struggles in that department as they've averaged .470. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Rogers suffered a grim 31-8 defeat to Start when the teams last played back in March. Can the Rams avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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