East took a nine-run loss the last time they faced off against Park City, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Leopards sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-6 win over the Miners on Thursday. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since March 29, 2023, but that streak is no more.
Cannon Lunt
| 04/02/26 @ Park City | 4 |
| 03/27/26 vs Juan Diego Catholic | 3 |
| 03/21/26 vs Stansbury | 3 |
| 03/13/26 vs North Sanpete | 3 |
| 03/12/26 vs Hurricane | 0 |
| + 2 more games |
Cannon Lunt made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off nine hits. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three runs. He has become a key player for East: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 3-6 otherwise.
In other batting news, Josh Treend was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Elias Larson, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI.
East's record is now 11-6. As for Park City, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-10.
East wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next contest, a 14-10 loss against Highland on the 6th. As for Park City, they will take on Murray at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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