Mason County Eastern hadn't done well against Onekama recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Cardinals put the hurt on the Portagers with a sharp 13-1 victory. This was payback for the Cardinals, who suffered a 15-5 loss the last time these two teams met.
| 05/27/25 vs Onekama | 10 |
| 05/19/25 vs Traverse City Christian | 7 |
| 05/16/25 vs Suttons Bay | 9 |
| 05/15/25 vs Hesperia | 3 |
| 05/08/25 vs Marion | 9 |
| + 2 more games |
Keegan Nelson was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out ten over five innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Mason County Eastern's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 4-19 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Mason County Eastern got a massive performance out of Aaron Drake, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. The Cardinals are 2-1 when Drake posts three or more RBI, but 5-18 otherwise. Eric Vercshuren was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Mason County Eastern's record is now 7-19. As for Onekama, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-8 record this season.
Mason County Eastern will have a chance to go back-to-back against Onekama: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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