While Albany's win against East Buchanan wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Warriors skirted past the Bulldogs 7-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Warriors have posted since May 6, 2025.
Landon Hawkins made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk any time he's pitched this season. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, John Rigney was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two runs. Those two runs gave him a new career-high. Daulton Worrell was another key player, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run.
Albany's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for East Buchanan, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Albany will venture away from home to take on Northeast Nodaway at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for East Buchanan, they are headed away from home for the first time to square off against South Nodaway at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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