After only one run in their last match, Freeburg made sure to put some runs up on the board against East Alton-Wood River on Tuesday. The Midgets were the clear victors by an 11-0 margin over the Oilers. The contest marked the Midgets' most dominant win of the season.
Freeburg got a great performance from Cohen Merrill as he didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. The dominant performance also gave Merrill a new career-high in strikeouts (four).
Ryan Garland
| 04/29/25 vs East Alton-Wood River | 3 |
| 04/24/25 vs Salem | 2 |
| 04/15/25 @ Breese Central | 2 |
| 03/19/25 vs Champaign Central | 2 |
| 04/26/25 @ Gibault Catholic | 1 |
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On the hitting side, Ryan Garland was a standout: he got on base in two of his three plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs. He has become a key player for Freeburg: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 6-8 otherwise. Gabe Lueth was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
Freeburg's victory bumped their record up to 10-8. As for East Alton-Wood River, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last ten games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-15 record this season.
Freeburg will be playing in front of their home fans against Red Bud at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Midgets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Musketeers have averaged an impressive 8.8 runs per game this season. East Alton-Wood River will be paying especially close attention to Freeburg's match: after Freeburg faces off against Red Bud, they'll take on East Alton-Wood River again at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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