Healdsburg Prune Packers

The Healdsburg Prune Packers secured their fifth consecutive Pacific Empire League championship this summer, prevailing in a winner‑take‑all finale at Recreation Park with a 9‑4 victory over the Humboldt Crabs. The Packers, who finished the season with a 38‑6 record, relied on a potent offensive performance and dominant relief pitching. Michigan catcher Cade Ladehoff delivered a standout game‑high four RBIs, while Santa Clara’s Hunter Hargett shut down the Crabs’ offense with 2⅔ innings, seven strikeouts and only one earned run allowed. The title marks another milestone in the Packers’ growing summer collegiate baseball dynasty. The team now looks ahead to a potential sixth straight championship next year.