Valley extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to nine on Wednesday, dropping them down to 0-4. They came up short against the St. Marys Blue Devils, falling 17-2. Having soared to a lofty ten runs in the game before, the Lumberjacks couldn't push the score so high this time.
As for St. Marys, the win got them back to even at 2-2. They haven't had any issues with Valley recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive victory against them.
For St. Marys' part, Cayden Barnard made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit. What's more, Barnard posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2025. He was even better at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and one triple.
In other batting news, Kyle Bullman was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one triple. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Casey Burkhammer, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three stolen bases and three runs.
Coming up, Valley will be playing at home against River at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for St. Marys, they are taking a road trip to challenge Hannan at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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