USA Men Win First Game vs. Singapore in Chengdu, China behind Lynch and Milheim Homers, 15-2

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U.S. Men’s National Team Dominates Singapore 15-2 in Chengdu, China

In a commanding performance, the U.S. Men’s National Team defeated Singapore 15-2 in a game held in Chengdu, China, on August 7, 2025. The U.S. showcased their offensive prowess, amassing 15 runs on 15 hits, while Singapore struggled to keep pace, managing only 2 runs on 5 hits.

The U.S. set the tone early with a 4-run first inning, highlighted by Jonathan Lynch’s three-run homer. They continued their onslaught, adding 3 runs in the second, 2 in the third, and a massive 6-run fifth inning, driven by key hits from Zac Shaw, Jeffrey Lewis, and Jonathan Lynch, along with multiple walks and wild pitches from Singapore’s pitchers.

Singapore scored their lone runs in the first and third innings, with Z. Low crossing the plate twice, but their offense faltered against U.S. pitchers Brad Kilpatrick and Cody Gibbons, who combined for multiple strikeouts.Defensively, the U.S. was solid despite one error, while Singapore played error-free but couldn’t contain the U.S. bats. The game, which lasted from 11:30 PM to 12:30 AM CT, showcased the U.S. team’s depth and aggressive base running, with standout performances from Blaine Milheim, who homered and doubled, and J. Lynch, who drove in multiple runs.This decisive victory underscores the U.S. Men’s National Team’s strength as they continue their campaign in Chengdu, China at the World Games. Next up for the USA, Canada, in a game delayed due to the USA’s luggage not arriving with the team.

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