Akron hasn't had much luck against Oakfield-Alabama recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Tigers will head out on the road to square off against the Hornets at 4:30 p.m. Akron is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.1 runs per game this season.
On Monday, Akron didn't have quite enough to beat Royalton-Hartland and fell 8-7.
Collin Miller
| 04/07/25 @ Barker | 3 |
| 05/05/25 vs Royalton-Hartland | 2 |
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Collin Miller made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-4 with three RBI and two runs. Akron is 2-1 when Miller posts two or more runs, but 2-4 otherwise.
Meanwhile, Oakfield-Alabama came into Monday's match having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against Elba by a score of 4-1 on Monday.
David Schnaufer spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on ten hits and racked up eight Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jack Cianfrini was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and one RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March of 2024. Avery Watterson also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Akron now has a losing record of 4-5. As for Oakfield-Alabama, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Akron has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.2 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Oakfield-Alabama struggles in that department as they've been averaging 5.9 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Akron suffered a grim 8-2 defeat to Oakfield-Alabama when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Can the Tigers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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