Latrobe’s American Legion baseball squad clinched a hard‑fought 4‑3 victory over St. Michael on Tuesday, a win that not only kept their tournament hopes alive but also cemented shortstop Ty Wisniewski’s role as a pivotal offensive weapon.
The game swung in Latrobe’s favor when Wisniewski tripled home two runs in the fourth inning, giving the team a 3‑2 lead. A timely double by Cole Short moved Grady Ruffner to third, setting the stage for Josh Short’s sacrifice fly that plated the winning run.
Philipsburg, meanwhile, stayed alive in the bracket by downing Claysburg 10‑4, with Caleb Hudon and Parker Lamb each driving in three runs. The Phils erased a 3‑2 deficit in the sixth inning, scoring eight times to take control.
Latrobe will now meet Philipsburg in the championship game scheduled for Wednesday at 12:40 p.m., a rematch after the teams split their earlier meetings, with Latrobe having edged Philipsburg 1‑0 on Monday.
Championship Outlook
With a blend of timely hitting and solid pitching from Aaryn Chappel, who allowed just three runs while striking out eight, Latrobe looks to translate its recent momentum into a title. The upcoming showdown promises another tight contest, especially given the offensive firepower displayed by both sides.