It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Cochranton had no problem doing just that on Friday. They won by a run and slipped past the Youngsville Eagles 14-13. Winning may never get old, but the Cardinals sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Bradyen Burnette
| 05/08/25 @ Jamestown | 4 |
| 05/23/25 @ Youngsville | 3 |
| 04/28/25 @ Rocky Grove | 2 |
| 04/23/25 vs Cambridge Springs | 2 |
| 04/17/25 vs Maplewood | 2 |
| + 5 more games |
The team relied heavily on Bradyen Burnette, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and one triple. He has become a key player for Cochranton: the team is 5-2 when he posts at least two runs, but 3-8 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Tim Deeter, who went 3-for-4 with five RBI and one double.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Cochranton kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 20 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Cochranton's victory bumped their record up to 8-10. As for Youngsville, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-8.
Coming up, Cochranton will face off against West Middlesex at 2:30 p.m. on Monday. The Cardinals' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Big Reds have averaged an impressive 7.1 runs per game this season. Youngsville does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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