River Forest proved they can win big on Monday (they won by six) and on Tuesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-6 win over the Wheeler Bearcats. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Ingots have posted since May 23, 2024.
Sebastian Collazo IV
| 04/29/25 @ Wheeler | 8 |
| 04/19/25 vs Tippecanoe Valley | 5 |
| 04/11/25 vs East Chicago Central | 11 |
Sebastian Collazo IV made a big impact no matter where he played. He struck out eight batters over 6.2 innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off ten hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted over his last three matchups. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Walter Jaime was incredible, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. He has become a key player for River Forest: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 5-6 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Roberto Herrera, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one run and one double.
River Forest kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
River Forest's win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 9-6. As for Wheeler, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-10.
Looking ahead, River Forest will square off against Washington Township at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Wheeler, they will take on Lake Station Edison at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Fighting Eagles will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Bearcats surely won't give up without a fight.
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