For the second straight game, Washington will face off against Independence. The Rams will host the Patriots at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. Washington has given up an average of 10.6 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Having struggled with six defeats in a row, Washington turned things around against Independence on Tuesday. They skirted past the Patriots 18-17. The Rams' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Rylan Evans was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Evans was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his five plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base. That's the most runs he has posted since back in April of 2025.
Dustin Lugo
| 03/31/26 @ Independence | 3 |
| 03/03/26 vs Central | 3 |
| 02/26/26 @ Cortez | 3 |
| 03/26/26 @ Glendale | 1 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Dustin Lugo, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Washington is undefeated when Lugo posts two or more runs, but 0-6 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Kaleb Bralish, who got on base in four of his six plate appearances with five runs and one stolen base.
Washington always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .543. They are 3-1 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Washington's victory was their first in the region, bumping their region record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 3-6. As for Independence, they are on a seven-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
Independence's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Washington has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .476. It's a different story for Independence, though, as they've only averaged .345. Will they be able to contain Washington's hitters? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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