Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask General McLane). They were the clear victors by a 14-4 margin over the Meadville Bulldogs on Monday. The Lancers haven't had any issues with the Bulldogs recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
Jackson Kiser was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one hit in five consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. He has become a key player for General McLane: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 1-2 otherwise.
Ben Swanson
| 04/28/25 vs Meadville | 2 |
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| 04/17/25 vs Fort LeBoeuf | 1 |
| 04/12/25 @ Meadville | 1 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ben Swanson, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and two RBI. Those two runs gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Clark, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
General McLane always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .568. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
General McLane's record now sits at 7-2. As for Meadville, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. General McLane will face off against rival Warren at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Meadville is set to challenge their familiar foe Cathedral Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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