Saks extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-11. They lost 20-0 to the Weaver Bearcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wildcats of the 26-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2025.
As for Weaver, they now have a winning record of 12-11. The result was nothing new for the Bearcats, who have now won seven contests by six runs or more so far this season.
For Weaver's part, Landon Free was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. Those six strikeouts gave Free a new career-high. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Weaver is undefeated when Free posts two or more runs, but 4-11 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Braylen Gregory, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with six RBI, three runs, and one triple. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Tucker Michaels was another key player, going 4-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Saks will look to defend their home field on Monday against Victory Christian at 4:30 p.m. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season. As for Weaver, they will head out on the road to challenge Ohatchee at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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