While Merkel didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-18), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They skirted past the Snyder Tigers 7-6. The win was nothing new for the Badgers as they're now sitting on three straight.
Mayson Prieto was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
| 03/08/25 vs Snyder | 4 |
| 03/04/25 @ Grape Creek | 3 |
| 03/01/25 vs Ballinger | 2 |
| 02/22/25 vs Roosevelt | 2 |
| 02/22/25 vs Littlefield | 2 |
In other batting news, Eli Delgado was incredible, scoring a run while going 4-for-4. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in hits. Another player making a difference was CJ Walcott, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Merkel always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .516. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Merkel's victory bumped their record up to 8-2-1. As for Snyder, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-5.
Coincidentally, Merkel and Snyder will both be playing Big Spring the next time they take the field. Merkel will head out to face Big Spring at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, while Snyder will host them at 12:00 p.m. on Friday.
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