For the second straight game, Reed-Custer will face off against Manteno. The Comets will square off against the Panthers at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Reed-Custer was handed an eight-run loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Monday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against Manteno, sneaking past 4-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Comets have posted since May 6, 2025.
Matt Kuban
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Matt Kuban was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Reed-Custer is 2-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 0-8 otherwise. Kuban was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with one stolen base.
In other batting news, Cole Yeates was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one home run.
Manteno's defeat was their first in the conference, dropping their conference record down to 4-1 and their overall record down to 7-2. As for Reed-Custer, their record is now 2-9.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Tuesday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Reed-Custer has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 6.6 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Manteno struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 8.9 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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