Jays
| 04/23/25 vs Smith-Cotton | 5-4 |
| 04/22/25 @ Smith-Cotton | 6-2 |
| 04/16/25 @ Battle | 16-1 |
| 04/15/25 vs Battle | 15-0 |
| 04/14/25 @ Kirksville | 12-0 |
| + 3 more games |
Jefferson City extended their winning streak to eight on Wednesday, bumping their season record up to 14-2 in the process. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 5-4 W against the Smith-Cotton Tigers. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Jays have posted since May 7, 2024.
As for Smith-Cotton, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-11 record this season. They have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Smith-Cotton's part, they got a good showing from Carson Goalder, who tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Goalder is becoming a predictor of the Tigers' success: when he allows at most one hit the team is 2-1 (and 9-10 when he doesn't).
At the plate, Hayden Zeiler was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jefferson City will host Olathe East at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Smith-Cotton, they will face off against Camdenton at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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