Payton College Prep was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Maine East on Saturday. The Grizzlies were the clear victors by a 15-4 margin over the Blue Demons. That's more bragging rights for the Grizzlies, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Max MacKenzie
| 04/10/25 @ Northside | 4 |
| 04/03/25 @ Clemente | 4 |
| 05/24/25 @ Maine East | 3 |
| 04/29/25 @ Whitney Young | 2 |
| 04/08/25 @ Taft | 2 |
| + 13 more games |
The team relied heavily on Max MacKenzie, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base. He has become a key player for Payton College Prep: the team is 5-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 10-18 otherwise. Freddie Matvias was another key player, going 1-for-4 with one home run and four RBI.
Payton College Prep always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .564. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Payton College Prep's victory bumped their record up to 15-19. As for Maine East, they are on a 20-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-23.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Payton College Prep will square off against Thornridge at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Grizzlies are facing the Falcons at the right time seeing as the Falcons are stuck on an 18-game losing streak. As for Maine East, they will face off against Mather at 10:00 a.m. on Monday. The Blue Demons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rangers have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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