Strasburg-Franklin hadn't done well against Sandy Valley recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Tigers were the clear victors by a 13-3 margin over the Cardinals. The victory was nothing new for the Tigers as they're now sitting on three straight.
Caden Dugan
| 05/23/25 @ Sandy Valley | 1 |
| 05/16/25 vs Tuscarawas Valley | 2 |
| 05/14/25 @ Conotton Valley | 1 |
| 05/08/25 vs Dalton | 1 |
| 04/30/25 @ East Canton | 1 |
| + 5 more games |
Caden Dugan was a major factor no matter where he played. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in ten consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs and one RBI. Strasburg-Franklin is 6-1 when Dugan posts two or more runs, but 7-13 otherwise.
In other batting news, Brody Baughmam was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run. Zayden Barr was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Strasburg-Franklin was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .385. They are 5-1 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Strasburg-Franklin's win bumped their record up to 13-14. As for Sandy Valley, they moved to 13-14 with that loss, which also ended their three-game winning streak.
Strasburg-Franklin does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Sandy Valley, they are taking a road trip to take on St. Clairsville at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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