For the second straight game, United will face off against Portage. The Lions will venture away from home to square off against the Mustangs at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. United will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last.
On Monday, United got the win against Portage by a conclusive 12-4. The Lions haven't had any issues with the Mustangs recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
Brendan James was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching five innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. He is becoming a predictor of United's success: when he allows at most one earned run the team is undefeated (and 2-8 when he doesn't). James was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
Ryan Felix
| 04/28/25 vs Portage | 4 |
| 04/23/25 vs Northern Cambria | 3 |
| 03/18/25 vs Marion Center | 3 |
| 04/09/25 vs Conemaugh Valley | 2 |
| 03/27/25 @ River Valley | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ryan Felix, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. United is 2-1 when Felix posts three or more hits, but 4-7 otherwise. Dmitri Worthington was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
United was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .486. The last time their batting average was this high was back in April of 2024.
United's record now sits at 6-8. As for Portage, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-11.
United's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's contest. The Lions have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.1 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Portage, though, as they've been averaging only 0.9 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will United continue to outrun the ball? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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