Worthington had lost 11 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-5 to make it 12. They came up short against the Waseca Bluejays, falling 12-2. If the Trojans were looking for revenge after losing 5-2 to the Bluejays when the teams met back in May of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Waseca, the victory was their first on the road, bumping their record up to 2-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Waseca's part, Logan Reger made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). Reger was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. He has become a key player for Waseca: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least three hits, but 0-3 otherwise.
In other batting news, Waseca got a massive performance out of Jaiden Schafer, who went 2-for-3 with five stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Schafer is becoming a predictor of the Bluejays' success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 2-1 (and 0-3 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Hayden Stencel, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Worthington will head out to challenge Belle Plaine at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Waseca, they will venture away from home to square off against Fairmont at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Cardinals will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Bluejays surely won't give up without a fight.
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