Patriots
| 05/12/25 vs Glenn | 15 |
| 04/11/25 vs Thurston | 15 |
| 04/21/25 vs Wayne Memorial | 11 |
| 05/09/25 vs Lincoln | 10 |
| 04/23/25 @ Wayne Memorial | 10 |
The Franklin Patriots got the win against the Cranbrook Kingswood Cranes on Friday by a conclusive 9-3. The result was nothing new for the Patriots, who have now won 18 matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Thomas Wiwigacz made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 5.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off eight hits (and not a single walk). He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one walk in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Landon Gross was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted over his last eight games. Anthony Flora was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Franklin always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .550. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Cranbrook Kingswood only posted an OBP of .379.
Franklin's win was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 25-5-1. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.0 runs over those games. As for Cranbrook Kingswood, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 15 of their last 18 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-18 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Franklin will host Warren Woods-Tower at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Cranbrook Kingswood, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Richard at 11:00 a.m.
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