Illini Bluffs's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They skirted past the Delavan Panthers 3-1. The Tigers have beaten the Panthers the last three times they've met, but they better watch out: this was the closest the Panthers has come to flipping the script.
Brayden Fargher spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered a run (which was unearned) on one hit and racked up six Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Illini Bluffs saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Will Giftos, who went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases Giftos has posted since back in March. Brendan Bacon was another, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Tigers
| 04/29/25 vs Delavan | 3-1 |
| 04/23/25 vs Knoxville | 14-4 |
| 04/19/25 vs Henry-Senachwine | 2-0 |
| 04/14/25 vs Williamsfield | 3-1 |
Illini Bluffs pushed their record up to 8-5 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of four runs across that stretch. As for Delavan, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-9 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Illini Bluffs will take on Midwest Central at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Delavan, they will face off against Peoria Heights at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers are facing the Patriots at the right time seeing as the Patriots are stuck on a ten-game losing streak.
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