Mercer County had lost nine games straight , but after bumping their record up to 9-14 on Thursday that streak is in the rearview. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-8 win over the Monmouth-Roseville Titans. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Golden Eagles have posted since April 14th.
Mason Gray was incredible, going a perfect 5-for-5 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. He is becoming a predictor of Mercer County's success: when he posts at least three RBI the team is 2-1 (and 7-13 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Carson Boelens, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base.
Golden Eagles
| 05/01/25 vs Monmouth-Roseville | 42.1% |
| 04/29/25 vs Alleman | 26.7% |
| 04/28/25 @ Monmouth-Roseville | 8.7% |
| 04/24/25 vs Sherrard | 16.7% |
| 04/21/25 @ Sherrard | 19.4% |
| + 14 more games |
Mercer County was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .421. The last time their batting average was this high was back in April of 2024.
As for Monmouth-Roseville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last ten matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-14 record this season. As for they, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 7-14.
On Monmouth-Roseville's side, Landyn Angelo made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and one double. Andrew Way was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases and two RBI.
Coming up, Mercer County will square off against Kewanee at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Golden Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Boilermakers have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season. As for Monmouth-Roseville, they will venture away from home to square off against Hall at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Red Devils' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Titans' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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