Las Animas had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Highland Huskies 10-8. For the Trojans, this counts as revenge for the 10-0 victory the Huskies walked away with the last time they faced one another back in May of 2025.
Braydon Ortiz made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his three plate appearances with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two doubles. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in April of 2025.
Orion Martinez
| 05/16/26 vs Highland | 4 |
| 04/01/26 vs Calhan | 3 |
| 03/25/25 vs Hoehne | 3 |
| 05/12/26 @ Rye | 2 |
| 05/05/26 vs Burlington | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Orion Martinez, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Josiah Avila, who got on base in both of his plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run.
Las Animas' record now sits at 18-6. As for Highland, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 13 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-15 record this season.
Las Animas didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 2-1 loss against Peyton on the 16th. Highland does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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