Raiders
| 04/24/25 vs Clearview | 25 |
| 04/22/25 @ Oberlin | 19 |
| 03/31/25 vs Garfield Heights | 15 |
| 04/01/25 vs Cuyahoga Heights | 8 |
| 04/14/25 @ Wellington | 7 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Columbia). They put the hurt on the Clearview Clippers with a sharp 25-4 victory on Thursday. The Raiders haven't had any issues with the Clippers recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.
Ryan Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with three RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Logan Menge, who went 3-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and five RBI. He also put up two doubles, which were his first of the season. Justin Smith was another key player, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one double.
Columbia always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .634. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Columbia's record is now 8-3-1. As for Clearview, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-9 record this season.
Columbia will challenge Beachwood at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Raiders are facing the Bison at the right time seeing as the Bison are stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Clearview, they will take on Brooklyn at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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