The Lower Columbia Red Devils put on a spectacular showcase of offensive firepower and pitching mastery on April 2, 2026, sweeping the Grays Harbor Chokers in a doubleheader at Story Field in Longview, Washington. The Red Devils pitching staff was flawless, throwing back-to-back shutouts to secure a staggering 27-0 victory in Game 1 and a 6-0 win in Game 2.
Game 1: An Offensive Explosion
In Game 1, the Red Devils' offense exploded for an incredible 23 hits. Lower Columbia took immediate control of the game, scoring nine runs in the first inning and adding a massive twelve runs in the second.
James Cote delivered a perfect performance at the plate, going 4-for-4 with a double, two runs scored, and six RBIs. Nathan Woodside also contributed heavily to the early scoring barrage, hitting a double and driving in two runs in the first inning alone. Keagan Kelly showcased excellent plate discipline and speed on the basepaths, scoring four runs, driving in three RBIs, and stealing a base.
The entire lineup contributed to the overwhelming offensive effort:
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Sam Davidson: Racked up three hits, three RBIs, and three runs.
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Harlan Rowe: Showed off his power with a triple and drove in two runs.
On the mound, Graham Learing dominated the opposition to earn his third win of the season. Learing tossed four completely scoreless innings, striking out six batters while allowing just a single hit and issuing zero walks.
Game 2: Pitching Shines to Complete the Sweep
Lower Columbia carried their momentum directly into the nightcap, securing a 6-0 shutout to complete the sweep. The Red Devils stayed hot at the plate, tallying 14 hits throughout the contest.
Jackson Noonan was a standout in Game 2, recording three hits—including a double—while also stealing a base. Keagan Kelly continued his strong day with three hits, two runs scored, and an RBI. Easton Marshall provided a steady spark, finishing with two hits, an RBI, and a stolen base. The biggest swing of the game came in the bottom of the fifth inning when Sam Davidson crushed a solo home run to extend the lead.
The pitching staff was just as impressive in Game 2:
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Quinn Hubbs: Picked up his sixth win of the year by throwing five shutout innings, striking out four, and scattering just four hits.
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The Bullpen: Rudy Larson, Dante Santulli, and Matthew Kosderka seamlessly closed out the final four innings. The trio combined for three additional strikeouts and allowed zero runs to seal the doubleheader sweep.