Hornets
| 05/15/26 @ Barberton | 13-2 |
| 05/12/26 vs Copley | 10-0 |
| 05/11/26 @ Copley | 6-2 |
| 05/09/26 @ Hudson | 9-4 |
| 05/08/26 @ Walsh Jesuit | 2-0 |
| + 4 more games |
Highland came tearing into Friday's matchup with eight straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 5.1 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They put the hurt on the Barberton Magics with a sharp 13-2 victory. The result was nothing new for the Hornets, who have now won eight games by seven runs or more so far this season.
Josh Butcher looked comfortable as he tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up a single earned run in eight consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Dan Miller was excellent, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. That's the most doubles he has posted since back in April of 2025. Cole Fernandez also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Highland's win bumped their record up to 15-2-1. As for Barberton, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 11 of their last 12 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-17 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highland will welcome Brunswick at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Barberton, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Aurora at 12:00 p.m. The Magics' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Greenmen have averaged an impressive 8.5 runs per game this season.
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