The Sabercats faced a tough doubleheader loss against Bethany Lutheran, completely stifled by the Vikings' pitching. Easton Pratt led the charge with an impressive performance, striking out 8 batters and allowing just 4 hits in the first game. Carter Daly shone offensively for Bethany, scoring 4 runs and driving in 6 RBIs. In the second game, the Sabercats were overwhelmed by Caeden Willaert, who also pitched excellently, limiting them to just 3 hits. The Sabercats look to regain momentum in an upcoming doubleheader against Eureka.

By the Numbers
  • Easton Pratt logged 8 strikeouts while allowing just 4 hits in the first game.
  • Bethany scored a total of 20 runs in the second game against the Sabercats.
State of Play
  • MBU's record now stands at 0-23, while Bethany Lutheran improves to 16-5.
  • This doubleheader marked the first of the 2026 season for Bethany Lutheran, giving them a 2-0 series lead over the Sabercats.
What's Next

The Sabercats are set to face the Eureka Red Devils in a rescheduled doubleheader on Tuesday, with games starting at 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Bottom Line

The Sabercats need to address their offensive struggles to compete effectively, as they seek their first win of the season against Eureka after a challenging outing against Bethany Lutheran.