Hartford came out on top against Port Washington on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive seven-run fifth inning. The Orioles were the clear victors by a 12-5 margin over the Pirates. The win continues a trend for the Orioles in their matchups with the Pirates: they've now won nine in a row.
Brady Helms
| 04/23/25 @ Port Washington | 3 |
| 04/19/25 @ Oconomowoc | 2 |
| 04/08/25 @ Kettle Moraine Lutheran | 2 |
| 05/22/24 @ Watertown | 2 |
| 04/17/25 vs West Bend West | 1 |
The team relied heavily on Brady Helms, who went 3-for-5 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Adian Kolb, who got on base in three of his six plate appearances with three runs.
Hartford was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .417. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Hartford pushed their record up to 6-4 with the victory, which was their fourth straight on the road. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 10.2 runs. As for Port Washington, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.
Hartford will look to defend their home field on Friday against Grafton at 4:45 p.m. The Orioles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Black Hawks have averaged an impressive 7.6 runs per game this season. As for Port Washington, they are taking a road trip to square off against Homestead at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. The Pirates are facing the Highlanders at the right time seeing as the Highlanders are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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