For the second straight game, Hamilton will face off against Hatley. The Lions will look to defend their home field on Friday against the Tigers at 7:00 p.m. Hamilton is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.3 runs per game this season.
It was a proper cat-fight when Hamilton duked it out with Hatley on Tuesday. The Lions blew past the Tigers 16-2. The Lions have beaten the Tigers the last six times they've met, but they better watch out: this was the closest the Tigers has come to flipping the script.
J.D. Whitaker
| 03/17/26 @ Hatley | 7 |
| 03/03/26 vs Baldwyn | 8 |
| 02/26/26 @ Nettleton | 9 |
| 02/21/26 @ East Webster | 6 |
| 02/14/26 vs Amory | 5 |
J.D. Whitaker spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on two hits and racked up seven Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Braedyn Lackie was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Tez Danner, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Hamilton always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .619. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hatley only posted an OBP of .379.
Hatley has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season. That patch can't be blamed on the team's hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.3 runs over those games. As for Hamilton, their win bumped their record up to 15-3.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Hamilton has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .484. However, it's not like Hatley struggles in that department as they've averaged .470. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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