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Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp Win Walk‑Off Over Mill Rats in Late June
The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp secured a dramatic walk‑off victory over the Johnstown Mill Rats, prevailing 5‑4 in extra fashion. The game, played in Peru on June 21, ended when a wild pitch allowed Draven Nushida to score the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning (sports.yahoo.com). Trailing 4‑3 entering the final frame, the Pistol Shrimp tied it on an error before Nushida’s run completed the comeback (sports.yahoo.com). This win marks another late‑game thriller for the club during the summer season, reinforcing their competitive presence in the Prospect League. The team looks to carry momentum forward in upcoming matchups.