Springfield extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 6-9-1 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Wayne Warriors. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Wildcats have suffered since May 7, 2024.
Springfield got a good showing from Weston Mohler, who pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Mohler has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
Dawson Blauvelt
| 04/30/25 vs Wayne | 2 |
| 04/22/25 @ Trotwood-Madison | 2 |
| 03/29/25 @ Urbana | 2 |
| 04/21/25 vs Northmont | 1 |
| 04/16/25 vs Centerville | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
At the plate, Dawson Blauvelt made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Springfield is 2-1 when Blauvelt posts two or more runs, but 4-8-1 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Miller Sin, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and one run.
As for Wayne, their win ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since March 28, 2024.
On Wayne's side, Braylon Byrd was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits Byrd has posted since back in May of 2024. Xavier Hargrave was another key player, going 1-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Springfield and Wayne could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Ohio Rankings. The Wildcats will face off against Fairmont at 5:00 p.m. on Friday with a big rank disadvantage (388 vs. 107). Meanwhile, Wayne (ranked 382nd) will meet Springboro (ranked 126th) at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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