Scotland County was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Paris on Monday. The Tigers' pitcher stepped up to hand the Coyotes a 10-0 shutout. The Tigers haven't had any issues with the Coyotes recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive win against them.
Vincent Dale was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 13 over six innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Scotland County is 3-1 when he allows at most two earned runs, but 2-3 otherwise. Dale was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run.
Logan Buford
| 04/21/25 vs Paris | 3 |
| 04/09/25 vs Clark County | 2 |
| 05/10/24 @ Knox County | 2 |
| 04/15/25 @ North Shelby | 1 |
| 04/08/25 @ Westran | 1 |
In other batting news, Scotland County got a massive performance out of Logan Buford, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Those three hits gave Buford a new career-high. Marcus Smith was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run.
Scotland County was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .385. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Scotland County now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Paris, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Scotland County will take on Marceline at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Paris, they will face off against New Franklin at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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