Alleman hadn't done well against Rock Island recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Pioneers walked away with a 9-6 victory over the Rocks. The win continues a trend for the Pioneers in their matchups with the Rocks: they've now won three in a row.
Kelly Honert looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in 14 consecutive appearances.
Cael Kuster
| 05/16/25 vs Rock Island | 3 |
| 05/15/25 vs East Dubuque | 1 |
| 05/14/25 vs Quincy | 1 |
| 05/13/25 vs Riverdale | 1 |
| 05/12/25 @ Quincy | 0 |
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At the plate, Alleman let Cael Kuster and Jackson Smith run wild. Kuster went 3-for-4 with three runs and one RBI, while Smith went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. That's the most runs Kuster has posted over his last 12 games. Another player making a difference was Nolan Buchen, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI.
Alleman hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least four batters in nine consecutive contests.
Alleman's record now sits at 26-9. As for Rock Island, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last nine matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-16 record this season.
Alleman and Rock Island are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Pioneers will take on Morrison at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Rock Island, they will welcome LaSalle-Peru at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Rocks are facing the Cavaliers at the right time seeing as the Cavaliers are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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