Mitch’s BB locks up second seed in playoffs

By JAMIE RANKIN

For the Mon Valley Independent

Mitch’s Bail Bonds jumped out to an early lead and then used some big hits to stay in front of host Mill Run and pick up a 9-5 win in Fayette County Baseball League action Thursday.

Mitch’s (13-4) took a five-run lead in the first inning, getting a pair of home runs later on to solidify its position at second in the standings with one game to go in the regular season. Mill Run (12-5) will finish in third place heading into the postseason.

“We knew it was going to be a tough one. We got those five in the first inning, and that kind of helped out,” Mitch’s manager Ryan Encapera said. “That helped us settle in and gave us a little wiggle room.”

Mitch’s took advantage of the Millers’ struggles early, loading the bases on a hit batsman and a pair of walks. Derek Gaisbauer singled to drive in T.J. Lux, and Cole Yeager walked Matt Tarabek home. Then, Isaac Echard unloaded a three-run triple down the third-base line, bringing in Josh Brammell, Gaisbauer and Yeager for the 5-0 lead.

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