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Game 1 - Despite a strong start and a few standout performances, the Clark Penguins came up just short in a 7–4 loss to Tacoma in a competitive nine-inning matchup.
Offensive Highlights
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Kaiden Hernandez continued to spark the offense, going 2-for-3 with two runs scored and two stolen bases, setting the tone from the DH spot.
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Evan McGuire delivered a key RBI double in the middle innings, finishing 1-for-4.
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Andrew Israel and Jase Pashales each added RBIs to keep Clark within striking distance.
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Trevin Long added a sacrifice fly, contributing to a balanced team effort at the plate.
On the Mound
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Luke Woolcott got the start and went 5.1 innings, allowing 6 runs (4 earned) while striking out five.
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Trig Berens came on strong in relief, tossing 2.1 scoreless innings, keeping the Penguins in the game late.
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Despite giving up 13 hits as a staff, Clark pitchers limited the damage with timely outs and only three walks issued.
Defensive Moments
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Game 2 - A gritty team effort on the mound and timely hitting powered the Clark Penguins to a 6–3 win over Tacoma in a seven-inning matchup. The Penguins showed poise and hustle throughout, bouncing back from early pressure and locking it down defensively when it mattered most.
Offensive Highlights
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Trevin Long had a day at the plate, going 2-for-3 with an RBI double, a run scored, and a sac bunt, keeping the pressure on Tacoma's pitching staff.
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Kaiden Hernandez stayed hot with 2 hits, a stolen base, and an RBI to continue his consistent production.
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Jase Pashales added to the effort with an RBI single, a walk, and a run scored.
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Landon Criste delivered a clutch RBI hit in the late innings to extend the lead.
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The Penguins showed versatility with 4 stolen bases and 4 successful sacrifices, executing small ball to perfection.
Lockdown Pitching
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Tyler Ramelli kept Tacoma off balance over 3.2 innings, allowing just 2 hits and 0 earned runs, despite some defensive miscues behind him.
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Kenneth Hall followed with 3.0 shutout innings, striking out 3 and allowing only 2 hits.
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Evan McGuire closed things out in the 7th with a clean final out to seal the win.
Defensive Resilience
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Clark overcame 4 errors in the field thanks to composed pitching and smart baserunning.
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Despite the miscues, Clark held Tacoma to just 4 hits and zero earned runs across 7 innings.
- Andrew Israel, Rylan Taguchi, and Kaiden Hernandez each swiped a base, keeping Tacoma on edge all night.
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