Wickliffe was the 3-1 winner over Rootstown when they last played one another on Monday, but their luck changed this time around. The Blue Devils took an 8-4 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Rovers on Thursday. The Blue Devils have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Cole Vanatta
| 05/07/26 @ Rootstown | 2 |
| 04/27/26 @ Kirtland | 2 |
| 03/28/26 @ John Hay | 2 |
| 05/04/26 vs Rootstown | 1 |
| 04/28/26 vs Kirtland | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
Cole Vanatta was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. He has become a key player for Wickliffe: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 4-9 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Frankie Bucar, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
Wickliffe's loss dropped their record down to 6-10. As for Rootstown, their record now sits at 6-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Wickliffe will head out to challenge Independence at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Rootstown, they will venture away from home to face off against Lake at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Rovers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Blue Streaks have averaged an impressive 8.5 runs per game this season.
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