It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Cumberland County ultimately got the result they hoped for on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 victory over the Upperman Bees. The Jets haven't had any issues with the Bees recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
Kellen Burnett spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on eight hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
Eli Glup
| 04/30/26 vs Upperman | 2 |
| 04/11/26 vs Monterey | 2 |
| 04/11/26 vs University School | 2 |
| 04/29/26 @ Upperman | 1 |
| 04/24/26 @ Eagleton College & Career Academy | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
At the plate, Eli Glup was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Cumberland County's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 6-16 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Isaiah Shelton, who went 2-for-4 with two doubles and one RBI.
Cumberland County's record now sits at 9-16. As for Upperman, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last nine matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 15-17 record this season.
As of now, neither Cumberland County nor Upperman have any future games scheduled.
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