Nicholas County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their 12th straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 17-16 heartbreaker at the hands of the Bluegrass United Bluehawks. Even if the Bluejackets couldn't come away with the victory, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Chandler Kenney
| 04/19/25 vs Bluegrass United | 3 |
| 03/22/25 vs Newport | 3 |
| 03/19/25 vs Robertson County | 3 |
| 04/18/25 vs Madison Southern | 1 |
| 04/17/25 @ West Carter | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
Jayden Robinson and Chandler Kenney did some serious damage despite the final result: Robinson went 4-for-6 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Kenney got on base in four of his six plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Kenney has become a key player for Nicholas County: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 2-14 otherwise. Caiden Smith also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Nicholas County's record now sits at 4-15. As for Bluegrass United, their win bumped their record up to 5-10.
Looking ahead, Nicholas County will head out to challenge Pendleton County at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The Wildcats have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.86 runs per game on average), something the Bluejackets will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Bluegrass United, they will welcome Bath County at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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