LaConner was the 12-7 winner over Orcas Island when they last played one another back in April of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The LaConner Braves took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Orcas Island Vikings on Friday. LaConner has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Orcas Island's part, Calder Jones made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Jones has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Jones was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Joe Stephens, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-4. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last five games he's played. Another player making a difference was Eddie Cunningham, who scored a run and stole four bases while going 2-for-3.
LaConner's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Orcas Island, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 5-2.
LaConner will head out on the road to take on Sultan at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Orcas Island, they will be playing at home against Granite Falls at 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Orcas Island will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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