Olathe took a ten-run defeat the last time they faced off against Cedaredge, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Pirates narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Bruins 7-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Pirates have posted since March 24th.
Jack Combs was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Bryce Good
| 03/28/26 @ Steamboat Springs | 4 |
| 03/27/26 vs Salida | 3 |
| 04/07/26 vs Cedaredge | 2 |
| 04/03/26 vs Highland | 2 |
| 03/27/26 vs Battle Mountain | 2 |
| + 4 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bryce Good, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Olathe is 4-1 when Good posts two or more runs, but 2-5 otherwise. Bridger Vincent was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Olathe was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .414. They are 6-1 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
The win got Olathe back to even at 6-6. As for Cedaredge, their loss ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 7-3.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Olathe is set to take on their familiar foe Rangely at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Cedaredge will challenge rival Grand Valley at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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