For the second straight game, Wheatland will face off against Bear River. The Pirates will host the Bruins at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Wheatland is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.6 runs per game this season.
Having struggled with three defeats in a row, Wheatland turned things around against Bear River on Wednesday. They came out on top against the Bruins by a score of 5-2. The game was the first time the Pirates have beaten the Bruins on their field since May 4, 2023.
Hughston Rodney
| 03/25/26 @ Bear River | 2 |
| 03/24/26 vs West Valley | 1 |
| 03/18/26 vs Oakmont | 1 |
| 03/11/26 vs Center | 2 |
| 03/06/26 vs Twelve Bridges | 0 |
| + 2 more games |
Hughston Rodney made a big impact no matter where he played. 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 walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March of 2025.
In other pitching news, Jaxon Becker looked comfortable as he tossed four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits.
Rodney wasn't the only one making solid contact as seven players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jordan James, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
Wheatland kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Wheatland's victory bumped their record up to 8-4. As for Bear River, their loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 4-1 and their overall record down to 10-2.
Friday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Wheatland has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .493. However, it's not like Bear River struggles in that department as they've averaged .444. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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