Putnam City had lost 24 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 2-26 to make it 25. They came up short against the Blackwell Maroons, falling 17-1. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Pirates of the 16-5 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2024.
Putnam City saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Bryson Vanover, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base.
As for Blackwell, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 5-18. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Blackwell's side, Andrew Young and Eyzic Burke did most of the damage at the plate: Young went a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base, while Burke went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Those four RBI gave Young a new career-high. Dorian Palma also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Putnam City will face off against Eisenhower at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Blackwell, they will challenge Crossings Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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