The Indianapolis Lutheran Saints will take on the Knightstown Panthers at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Indianapolis Lutheran will be looking to extend their current five-game winning streak.
Indianapolis Lutheran is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Saturday. They were the clear victors by a 14-1 margin over Anderson Prep Academy. The Saints might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 games by six runs or more this season.
Hudson Mills
| 04/01/25 vs Roncalli | 7 |
| 05/31/25 vs Greenwood Christian Academy | 4 |
| 04/16/25 vs Covenant Christian | 4 |
| 05/15/25 vs Triton Central | 3 |
| 05/22/25 vs Lafayette Central Catholic | 2 |
| + 3 more games |
Hudson Mills made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. He has become a key player for Indianapolis Lutheran: the team is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 9-10 otherwise. Mills was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
In other pitching news, Ryan Redding looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single hit in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Nate Hughes was a standout: he went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Indianapolis Lutheran is 12-2 when Hughes posts two or more runs, but 6-8 otherwise. Sam Strader also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Indianapolis Lutheran always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .571. The last time their OBP was this high was back in April.
Meanwhile, Knightstown posted their closest victory since May 17th on Saturday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against Hauser, sneaking past 7-6. The win continues a trend for the Panthers in their matchups with the Jets: they've now won three in a row.
Jackson Daves was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one home run and three RBI.
Indianapolis Lutheran's record now sits at 18-10. As for Knightstown, their record is now 24-4.
Saturday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Indianapolis Lutheran has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .444. However, it's not like Knightstown struggles in that department as they've averaged .497. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
