Van Wert won the last time they faced Ottawa-Glandorf and things went their way on Wednesday too. The Cougars had just enough and edged out the Titans 4-3. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Cougars.
Finley Dickinson
| 04/21/26 vs Celina | 4 |
| 05/07/26 vs Wapakoneta | 2 |
| 04/24/26 @ Defiance | 2 |
| 04/09/26 @ Heritage | 2 |
| 04/17/26 vs Bath | 1 |
| + 1 more games |
Finley Dickinson was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He also tossed no walks, which is notable because Van Wert is 3-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 7-9 otherwise. Dickinson was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in April.
In other pitching news, Conner Harris tossed a big game, pitching 5.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Easton Putman, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Blade Lowe also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
The victory got Van Wert back to even at 10-10. As for Ottawa-Glandorf, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-11 record this season.
Van Wert will be playing at home against Wayne Trace at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Ottawa-Glandorf, they are taking a road trip to square off against Fairview at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Apaches' pitching crew has only allowed three runs per game this season, so the Titans' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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