For the second straight game, Clarkrange will face off against York Institute. The Buffaloes are taking a road trip to face off against the Dragons at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Clarkrange is coming into the game on a five-game losing streak.
Clarkrange came up short against York Institute on Thursday, falling 14-3.
For York Institute's part, Kaden Mundy made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Mundy has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base.
York Institute was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .514. The last time their batting average was this high was back in April of 2025.
York Institute has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-6 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.5 runs over those games. As for Clarkrange, their loss dropped their record down to 7-7.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Friday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Clarkrange has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 9.5 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like York Institute struggles in that department as they've been averaging 8.5 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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