North Olmsted hadn't done well against Rocky River recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Eagles came out on top against the Pirates by a score of 11-8. The game was the first time the Eagles have beaten the Pirates on their field since March 27, 2023.
Jack Burger made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits in six consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Those three hits gave him a new career-high.
Luis Bautista
| 04/28/26 @ Rocky River | 2 |
| 04/25/26 @ North Ridgeville | 1 |
| 04/23/26 vs Lorain | 1 |
| 03/30/26 @ Oberlin | 1 |
In other batting news, Kody Schneid and Luis Bautista did most of the damage at the plate: Schneid got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs and one RBI, while Bautista got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs and one RBI. The dominant performance also gave Bautista a new career-high in hits (two). Another player making a difference was Bryce Lazar, who got on base in two of his three plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
North Olmsted's victory bumped their record up to 5-6-1. As for Rocky River, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-3 record this season.
Coincidentally, North Olmsted and Rocky River will both be playing Valley Forge the next time they take the field. The Pirates will host the Patriots at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Eagles will head out to face them at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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