Baseball Recap: Cary Drops Highest Score of Season Against Knightdale

Imps

Team Score (Highest)

04/09/25 @ Knightdale	11
03/04/25 vs Panther Creek	9
03/31/25 @ Cardinal Gibbons	8
03/26/25 @ Green Level	8
03/07/25 @ Panther Creek	7

Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Cary). They came out on top against the Knightdale Knights on Wednesday by a score of 11-0 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). The Imps haven't had any issues with the Knights recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive win against them.

Avery Lin and Skylan Joyner made a splash no matter where they played. Throwing, Lin tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Meanwhile, Joyner tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Lin posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. At bat, Lin scored a run while going 1-for-2, while Joyner scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4.

In other batting news, Cary let Gavin Mathis and Andrew Mohler run wild. Mathis went 3-for-4 with four RBI and two doubles, while Mohler scored a run while going 3-for-4. What's more, Mohler posted three RBI, the most he's had since back in March of 2024. Owen Green was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-5.

Cary kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are 2-1 when they post 11 or more hits.

Cary's victory bumped their record up to 4-9. As for Knightdale, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 11 of their last 12 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-12 record this season.

Cary will challenge Athens Drive at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Knightdale, they are taking a road trip to square off against Rolesville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Rams will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Knights surely won't give up without a fight.