St. Anthony posted their closest victory since May 27, 2025 on Saturday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 6-5 win over the Ontario Christian Knights. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Saints also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2017.

Aidann Ruiz
| 03/07/26 vs Ontario Christian | 3 |
| 05/27/25 vs Northwood | 2 |
| 05/23/25 @ Hillcrest | 2 |
| 05/02/25 vs Verbum Dei Jesuit | 2 |
| 05/01/25 @ Santa Ana | 2 |
Aidann Ruiz made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-5 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nick Galluccio, who got on base in five of his six plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base. Owen Frazier was another key player, getting on base in three of his six plate appearances with one RBI.
St. Anthony's record now sits at 4-2-1. As for Ontario Christian, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. St. Anthony will take on Cerritos at 3:00 p.m. on Monday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Saints 3.1, the Dons 3.2) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Ontario Christian, they will square off against Downey at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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