The Alexandria A's wrapped up the 2026 campaign with a 13‑11 record, a finish that underscored both promise and the growing pains of a young squad. The team leaned on a strong pitching staff and senior leadership to stay competitive throughout a tightly contested schedule.
Pitching milestones define the campaign
On April 28, Jackson Waltzing turned in a perfect game, retiring all 27 batters he faced, while Griffin Wimmer followed with a five‑hit shutout that helped the club post a 10‑0 win over Brainerd. Both performances highlighted a rotation that also included Landon Gess‑Norling, Evan Zabel and several other arms who each recorded shutouts, giving the A's depth and consistency on the mound.
The senior core earned recognition from the Central Lakes Conference, with Nolan Johnson, Brody Adelman and Gess‑Norling securing all‑conference honors. Meanwhile, Zabel, Waltzing, Wimmer and Connor Anderson were named honorable‑mention selections, underscoring the breadth of talent across the roster.
A memorable late‑season rally illustrated the team’s resilience. With Anderson, Adelman and Johnson loading the bases, Wimmer drew a run‑scoring walk, Adelman scored on a wild pitch, and Gess‑Norling capped the comeback with a suicide squeeze bunt that turned a tight game into a victory.
The A's closed the regular season by winning five of their last six contests before dropping their final two and ultimately falling to St. Michael‑Albertville in the playoffs, ending a season that will be remembered for its pitching highlights and clutch moments.