On Tuesday night, the McCracken County Mustangs and St. Mary Vikings met for the final time in the regular season at Edward Jones Field. In five innings, the Mustangs defeated their district opponent with a 12-0 finish, guided by heavy offense, collecting 14 hits.
Senior Tyler Chapman received the nod and win for the Mustangs. The left-handed hurler worked four innings, surrendering two hits and four walks while striking out three of 17 batters.
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