Midd-West took an 11-run defeat the last time they faced off against Selinsgrove, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Mustangs skirted past the Seals 9-8. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Mustangs.
River Knepp made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off five hits. Knepp was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Max Trawitz
| 05/11/26 vs Selinsgrove | 4 |
| 04/22/26 @ Milton | 2 |
| 04/13/26 vs Mount Carmel | 2 |
| 03/26/26 vs Warrior Run | 2 |
| 03/24/26 vs Loyalsock Township | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Max Trawitz, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI, one triple, and one run. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Braxton Smith was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Midd-West always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .529. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Midd-West's win bumped their record up to 8-10. As for Selinsgrove, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 7-10.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Midd-West will venture away from home to take on Lewisburg at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Green Dragons have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season. As for Selinsgrove, they will head out on the road to challenge Mifflinburg at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Seals' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wildcats have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season.
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