Stark County had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 0-7 to make it six. They fell just short of the Monmouth-Roseville Titans by a score of 6-5. The Rebels were not able to make up for their defeat to the Titans from their previous meeting back in March of 2024.
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Connor Daum put in work no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Kaizer Down made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and got on base in two of his three plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs. Ramsey Listwan also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
As for Monmouth-Roseville, their victory ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since March 24, 2025.
On Monmouth-Roseville's side, Andrew Way was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
Coincidentally, Stark County and Monmouth-Roseville will both be playing Riverdale the next time they take the field. The Rebels will head out to face the Rams at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, while the Titans will head out to face them at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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