Cannelton took a 14-run defeat the last time they faced off against Columbus Christian, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Bulldogs skirted past the Crusaders 9-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bulldogs have posted since May 10, 2025.
Gage Garrett was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. Those two runs gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Tyler Coon, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs.
Cannelton always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .556. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
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| 05/16/26 - Away | 4-11 L |
| 05/16/26 - Home | 9-7 W |
| 03/29/24 - Away | 7-21 L |
| 04/29/23 - Home | 2-11 L |
| 04/11/22 - Away | 15-3 W |
| + 3 more games |
Cannelton's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Columbus Christian, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-7.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: the Crusaders beat Cannelton by a score of 11-4 later that day.
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