The Totino‑Grace baseball squad is once again perched on the brink of a state title, having secured a decisive 7‑2 victory over St. Thomas Academy in the Class AAA semifinals.
Playoff Journey
The Eagles erupted in the bottom of the fifth, when Brady Keane smashed a two‑run double that flipped the lead and ignited the crowd.
On the mound, right‑hander Joe McGeary delivered a solid six‑inning outing, fanning four batters while surrendering just four hits.
The win propels Totino‑Grace into a much‑anticipated rematch with Mahtomedi, the team that denied them the 2024 championship, with the showdown slated for Monday at 4:30 p.m. at Target Field.
What’s at Stake
Reaching the championship game a second time in three years underscores the program’s rapid rise and fuels the expectations of a community that has rallied behind the team since the first deep run.
A victory would not only add another trophy to the school’s storied history but also cement the careers of key contributors like Keane and McGeary, who have become hometown heroes.
Fans, alumni and local businesses have turned the upcoming match into a de facto citywide celebration, with watch parties planned across the Twin Cities and merchandise sales projected to hit record levels.
As the Eagles prepare to take the field at Target Field, the narrative is clear: redemption, resilience, and the chance to rewrite a recent chapter of near‑misses into a definitive triumph.