Eaglecrest took a ten-run defeat the last time they faced off against Grandview, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Raptors won by a run and slipped past the Wolves 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Raptors have posted since May 10, 2024.
Braden Elliott
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Braden Elliott spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up nine Ks. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Eaglecrest is undefeated when he allows at most three earned runs, but 1-6 otherwise.
At the plate, Eaglecrest saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Landen Holmes, who scored a run while going 3-for-4. That's the most hits Holmes has posted since back in March of 2024. Blake Anderson also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Eaglecrest's victory was their first in the league, bumping their league record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 4-6. As for Grandview, their loss dropped their record down to 9-3.
Looking ahead, Eaglecrest will venture away from home to square off against Smoky Hill at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Buffaloes have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed nine runs per game on average), something the Raptors will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Grandview, they will welcome Cherokee Trail at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Cougars' pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so the Wolves' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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