Frankton is 8-1 against Eastbrook since April of 2015 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Tuesday. The Eagles will be playing at home against the Panthers at 5:30 p.m. Frankton is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.5 runs per game this season.
On Thursday, Frankton made easy work of Elwood and carried off a 16-6 victory. The Eagles haven't had any issues with the Panthers recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.
Hunter Ulery spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and four unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up six Ks. He also tossed no walks, which is notable because Frankton is 3-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 2-4 otherwise.
Caine Oakley
| 05/01/25 @ Elwood | 3 |
| 04/30/25 @ Daleville | 1 |
| 04/29/25 vs Oak Hill | 2 |
| 04/28/25 vs Sheridan | 2 |
| 04/24/25 vs Tipton | 1 |
| + 11 more games |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Caine Oakley, who went 3-for-5 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits he has posted since back in May of 2024. Riley Inglis was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Frankton was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .462. They are 4-1 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Meanwhile, after a string of five wins, Eastbrook's good fortune finally ran out on Saturday. They fell just short of Madison-Grant by a score of 1-0.
The victory got Frankton back to even at 5-5. As for Eastbrook, their loss dropped their record down to 10-6.
Tuesday's match will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Frankton hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .360. However, it's not like Eastbrook struggles in that department as they've averaged .320. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Frankton took their win against Eastbrook in their previous matchup back in April of 2024 by a conclusive 11-1 score. Do the Eagles have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Panthers turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
