On August 18, 2024, the Little League Baseball World Series saw some thrilling action despite the weather presenting significant challenges. Rain and stormy conditions caused delays and even a suspension of one of the games. Still, teams battled through to keep their championship dreams alive. Here’s a recap of the games played that day:
- Mexico vs. Canada (Game 18) Mexico delivered a dominating performance, shutting out Canada 8-0. Their pitching was the highlight of the game, keeping Canada scoreless while Mexico’s offense steadily built a lead. This victory ensured Mexico’s advancement, while Canada was eliminated from the tournament (Little League).
- New York vs. Illinois (Game 17) In a crucial elimination game, New York secured a 4-0 victory over Illinois thanks to a key four-run inning in the bottom of the fourth. This surge was enough to keep New York in the tournament and send Illinois packing. Strong pitching and timely hits were the difference-makers in this game (Little League).
- Pennsylvania (Mid-Atlantic) vs. Washington (Northwest) (Game 19) Pennsylvania’s offense exploded in this game, leading them to a 12-2 victory over Washington. The game ended after just four innings due to the run-rule. Pennsylvania’s bats were on fire, and their strong all-around play was too much for Washington to handle (Little League).
- Caribbean vs. Australia (Game 20) This game was suspended in the second inning due to inclement weather, with the Caribbean leading 3-0. The game will resume the next day with the Caribbean in a strong position to close out a win. Both teams will have fresh pitchers available when the game continues (Little League).
These games highlighted the intensity of this stage of the Little League World Series, where every pitch and every hit counts as teams fight for survival. Stay tuned as the tournament continues!
Check out the updated bracket below for the latest schedule.
