McLoud was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss dating back to last season. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Prague Red Devils. The Redskins were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Red Devils apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
Parker Ryan was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. That's the fewest hits he has allowed since back in April of 2025. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with three RBI and one double.
Ryan wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Kaden Mendenhall, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run. Another was Chase Bane, who went 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
McLoud's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Prague, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. McLoud will take on Bethel at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Prague, they will venture away from home to square off against Casady at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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