Mavericks take first game of WMBL Finals

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Courtesy of wmbl.ca

Game 1
WMBL Championship Series
Regina 5 at Medicine Hat 8

The Medicine Hat Mavericks drew first blood in the WMBL championship series. The Mavericks outscored the visiting Regina Red Sox 8-5 in front of 1,284 fans at Athletic Park.

Carson Johnson, the shortstop from Springdale Ark., drove in three runs to lead the Maverick’s offensive. Medicine Hat outfielder David Salgueriro was also a key player in the victory as he scored three runs on one hit and two walks. 

Brooks Stotler had two home runs in a losing cause for the Red Sox. Wesley Moss scored two runs and added two hits including a home run for Regina. 

Alex Dafoe, the junior from Friends University, got the start and the win for the Mavericks. Over his 6 1/3 inning performance, Dafoe was charged with five runs on eight hits. The Mavericks bullpen came on to pick up Dafoe and was spectacular as they did not allow a hit or a run over the final 2 2/3 innings. Tyler Shumpert picked up the save.

Peyton Burks started for Regina and faced 19 batters over his 3 2/3 innings of work. Burks allowed three runs on four hits and three walks before handing the game over to reliever

Tyler Bernhardt. The senior from Northwest Oklahoma pitched 2 1/3 innings and took the loss as he surrendered three runs on four hits. 

Game Notes: 

Regina

- Brooks Stotler leads all playoff hitters with five home runs

- Adam De La Cruz is hitting .432 in the post season

Medicine Hat

- Carson Johnson leads the WMBL with 14 playoff RBI

- The Maverick bullpen only faced 8 batters over 2.2 innings