King City owes their pitching crew a big pat on the back after their performance on Thursday. They came out on top against the Princeton Tigers by a score of 5-0. For the Wildkats, this counts as revenge for the 2-1 victory the Tigers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2025.
Ryder Sample
| 04/23/26 @ Princeton | 5 |
| 04/20/26 vs St. Joseph Christian | 3 |
| 05/16/25 vs Gallatin | 7 |
Ryder Sample was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in May of 2025. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI.
Sample wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Gentry Law, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI and one double. Another was Jaxon Shoop, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base and one double.
King City now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Princeton, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season.
King City will host Albany at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Princeton, they will venture away from home to challenge North Andrew at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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