Otter Valley took a nine-run loss the last time they faced off against Fair Haven, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Otters had just enough and edged out the Slaters 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Otters have posted since May 3, 2024.
Jackson Howe spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up 11 Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Nolan Tripp, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Tripp is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jacob Warrell, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
| 04/10/25 - Home | 3-1 W |
| 05/23/24 - Home | 2-11 L |
| 04/23/24 - Away | 11-2 W |
| 04/25/23 - Away | 10-9 W |
| 04/22/23 - Home | 1-0 W |
| + 5 more games |
Otter Valley's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2.
Coming up, Otter Valley will host Green Mountain at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Fair Haven, they will square off against Hartford at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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