While Rice's win against Keene wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Bulldogs sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-3 victory over the Chargers on Thursday.
Landon Copas
| 02/16/26 vs Eustace | 3 |
| 02/20/26 vs Bland | 2 |
| 02/26/26 vs Keene | 1 |
Landon Copas was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Rice is 2-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 0-2-1 otherwise. Copas was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Hugo Hernandez was excellent, getting on base in both of his plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
Rice's win bumped their record up to 2-3-1. As for Keene, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-4.
Coincidentally, Rice and Keene will both be playing Itasca the next time they take the field. The Bulldogs will head out to face the Wampus Cats at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, while the Chargers will head out to face them at 1:00 p.m. on Friday.
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