Akron hadn't done well against Wiggins recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Rams blew past the Tigers 14-5. The result was nothing new for the Rams, who have now won five matches by nine runs or more so far this season.
Tucker Stahn and Anderson Filla made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Stahn struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and not a single walk). Meanwhile, Filla didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Stahn has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. At the plate, Stahn went a perfect 3-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one RBI, while Filla scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. That's the most hits Stahn has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Akron got a massive performance out of Alex Bowin, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Those four RBI gave Bowin a new career-high. Jax Kusel was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Akron always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .579. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Wiggins only posted an OBP of .250.
Rams
| 04/10/25 vs Wiggins | 14-5 |
| 04/08/25 vs Wray | 8-4 |
| 04/01/25 vs Peetz | 11-1 |
| 03/22/25 vs Simla | 8-4 |
| 05/11/24 vs Evangel Christian Academy | 11-1 |
| + 9 more games |
Akron's victory was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 9-2. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games. As for Wiggins, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-6.
Coming up, Akron is taking a road trip to face off against Caliche at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. The Buffaloes have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.82 runs per game on average), something the Rams will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Wiggins, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Sedgwick County at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season.
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