Cady Dominates in Season Opener!

Mother Nature held off just lomg enough last night to squeeze in the season opener for the Edmond Rangers. With some valuable experience under their belts, the young Rangers entered the season with great confidence and high expectations of the season to come. High winds and intermittent rain showers would make it difficult to stay focused on this evening.

The visiting Rangers jumped on top of the Rattlers by 3 in the top of the first. It wasn't quite the offensive exhibition they had hoped for, but given the conditions, was certainly a good starting point. Cady held the ball for the opener and took the mound searching for his second career victory and hoping to get the Rangers off on the right foot this season. Even though he pitched very well in this 1st inning, the defense behind him was struggling. After a brief meeting on the mound with the infield, their heads were back in the game and the defense held for the last two outs. The Rattlers, however, would muster 4 runs to go up by 1 entering the 2nd inning.

The Rangers came out and quietly scored 12 runs in the next two innings punctuated by a stunning defensive 2nd inning. Cady would only be asked to throw 11 pitches on his way to a 3 up 3 down inning. He struck out 2 and retired the third 1-3. Fowler was prepped and ready to come in and close out the game, but his services would not be needed as the game would be called due to time limitations in the middle of the 3rd. Rangers 15, Rattlers 4. Good way to start the season, boys.

Performances not to be forgotten: Phillips had a great game at 3rd base and came up with some key plays on the corner. Treat made his 1st appearance after coming off of injured reserve, and is recovering from his surgery very nicely. Cady had a nice night on the mound.

Overall, it was a very successful night for the Rangers. Until next time, I'm outta here!

Next game: March 30 at 7:30