Clatskanie had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They came out on top against the Heppner/Ione Mustangs by a score of 7-3 on Wednesday. Winning may never get old, but Clatskanie sure is getting used to it with their sixth in a row.
Topher McDonnell and Brendan Shroll did most of the damage at the plate: McDonnell scored two runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances, while Shroll scored a run and stole two bases while going 1-for-4. Jack Bergman was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 1-for-3.
Clatskanie's win bumped their record up to 20-5. As for Heppner/Ione, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Clatskanie will head out on the road to take on Umpqua Valley Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Umpqua Valley Christian is on a four-game streak of home wins, Clatskanie a four-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field. Heppner/Ione does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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