It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Wakulla had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by an 11-0 margin over the Rickards Raiders. The War Eagles haven't had any issues with the Raiders recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
Gavin Estep
| 04/02/25 vs Marianna | 5 |
| 03/26/25 @ Chiles | 4 |
| 03/12/25 vs Bozeman | 3 |
| 03/07/25 vs Suwannee | 2 |
| 02/25/25 @ Lincoln | 1 |
Gavin Estep was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Wakulla is 6-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 8-9 otherwise. Estep was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other pitching news, Fletcher Brown looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in strikeouts (three).
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Sam Bruce, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March. Owen Klees was another key player, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Wakulla's win bumped their record up to 14-10. As for Rickards, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-17 record this season.
Wakulla will challenge Arnold at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Marlins' pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so the War Eagles' hitters will have their work cut out for them. Rickards does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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