Montabella took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against White Cloud, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Mustangs won by a run and slipped past the Indians 10-9. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Mustangs as it put an end to their eight-game losing streak.
Brady Kieff was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two runs. He is becoming a predictor of Montabella's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 2-11 when he doesn't).
Bryton Strohl
| 05/09/25 @ White Cloud | 2 |
| 04/24/25 vs Holton | 1 |
| 04/17/25 vs Vestaburg | 1 |
| 04/14/25 @ Carson City-Crystal | 1 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Bryton Strohl, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base. Those two runs gave him a new career-high. Brayden Foster was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base.
Montabella's victory bumped their record up to 5-11. As for White Cloud, their record now sits at 8-16.
Looking ahead, Montabella will square off against Fulton at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for White Cloud, they will head out on the road to challenge Morley Stanwood at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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