While Eastern's win against New Washington wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Musketeers narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Mustangs 5-4. The Musketeers haven't had any issues with the Mustangs recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.
Reas Sater
| 05/21/26 @ New Washington | 2 |
| 05/14/26 vs Clarksville | 1 |
| 05/13/26 vs Crothersville | 1 |
| 04/23/26 @ Salem | 1 |
| 04/15/26 vs South Central | 1 |
Reas Sater made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Eastern is 2-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 7-10 otherwise. Sater was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Alton Swartz, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April. Trenton Friedmeyer also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Eastern's victory bumped their record up to 9-11. As for New Washington, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-13.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Eastern will venture away from home to face off against Orleans at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for New Washington, they will head out to challenge Jac-Cen-Del at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so the Mustangs' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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