Sasquatch Split Doubleheader at Yakima Valley After Tight Pitching Duel in Game Two
The Spokane Sasquatch battled to a doubleheader split against Yakima Valley on April 25, taking game two 2–1 after a narrow 4–3 loss in the opener.
Game 1: Yakima Valley Rallies Early to Edge Spokane 4–3
Spokane struck first in the opener, jumping out to a 2–0 lead in the first inning when Thomas Malcolm lined a two-run double to left field, scoring Chase Edwards and Trent Woodhouse.
Yakima Valley answered immediately with a three-run bottom of the first, capitalizing on early traffic to take a 3–2 lead. The Yaks added another run in the fourth inning on an RBI single from Jace Fillmore, extending their advantage to 4–2.
The Sasquatch continued to battle, cutting into the deficit in the sixth when Edwards scored as Malcolm was caught stealing, but Spokane could not push across the tying run late. Yakima Valley held on for the 4–3 win.
Game 2: Weaver Deals, Spokane Bounces Back for 2–1 Win
Spokane responded in game two with a strong pitching performance from Sam Weaver, who delivered seven innings of one-run baseball while striking out six.
The Sasquatch offense came alive in the second inning. Logan Spradling tripled to center field to drive in Max Workman, then scored moments later on a wild pitch to give Spokane a 2–0 lead.
Yakima Valley trimmed the lead in the fifth on an RBI double from Jaden Estrada, but Spokane's pitching staff held firm. Luke McGuire worked the final 1.2 innings without allowing a run to secure the save and seal the 2–1 victory.
Key Performers (Spokane)
Thomas Malcolm: Game 1: 3-for-4, 2 RBI, key two-run double in first inning
Sam Weaver: Game 2: 7.0 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 6 K
Logan Spradling: Game 2: 1-for-3, triple, RBI, 2 runs scored
Luke McGuire: Game 2: 1.2 scoreless IP, 2 K, Win
Chase Edwards: Game 1: run scored, consistent table-setter throughout doubleheader