The Sister Bay Bays have cemented their place in local baseball lore, capturing their eighth regular‑season championship in the last twelve years. The 2020 season was wiped out by the pandemic, but the Bays used the extra time to regroup and dominate the league once play resumed.
A Playoff Race Decided by a Single Game
With Baileys Harbor and Maplewood locked at 7‑7, the league’s postseason hopes hinged on a solitary showdown. The Ports seized a late 3‑1 lead only to watch Baileys Harbor rally, ultimately falling short as the tiebreaker slipped away. Washington Island, despite participation, finished outside the playoff picture.
The Swami squad, guided by their veteran coach, posted a 3‑1 victory that lifted their record to 39‑17, underscoring the depth of talent across the league.
West Jacksonport finished the schedule at 5‑9. Despite a lineup rich in hitting ability, inconsistent pitching proved costly, leaving the team just shy of contention.
Egg Harbor endured a rough stretch, dropping ten games and being outscored by 43 runs. Their offense managed just over four runs per game, reflecting a struggle to convert chances into points.
Institute’s season was a study in adversity. The team went 0‑14, losing 46 consecutive games, surrendering a 135‑run deficit while averaging only two runs per game and committing numerous errors and strikeouts.
Mets’ Late Surge and Cub Domination
The Mets, who opened the year 0‑4, turned the tide with a three‑game winning streak that secured a playoff berth. Their offense exploded against the Cubs, delivering a combined 23‑4 victory across two meetings and highlighting the team’s resilience.
Key contributors included Kody Kissinger, Jaden Diller, Adam Gutschow, Will Jandrin and Mason Paye, who each played pivotal roles in the thrashing of the Cubs. Earlier in the season, veterans such as Drew Tanck, Riley Cordier, Frankie de Young and Cory Fuller helped lay the groundwork for the team’s turnaround, while Tory Jandrin added depth on the field.