Welland's Leyer shuts down Cardinals

HAMILTON – Euclides Leyer struck out nine over six shutout innings, and the Welland Jackfish moved to 2-0 with a 6-0 win on Sunday in Hamilton.  

Leyer allowed just three baserunners – on two hits and one walk – in his first start of 2025.  

Robert Mullen and Joshua Marchese each hit solo home runs. Greyson Barrett went 2-for-4 with an RBI, and Gianfranco Morello also drove in a run.  

Tyler Duncan and Jaden Brown each doubled for the Cards (1-1).  

Ramon Hernandez (0-1) took the loss after giving up a run on one hit and four walks over 2.1 innings. He also struck out four.