Casper Spuds clinch wildcard series with 7-6 walk‑off win over Oahe Zap

The Casper Spuds defeated the Oahe Zap 7‑6 on a walk‑off single by catcher Hunter Stonecipher, tying their best‑of‑three Independence League Baseball wildcard series 1–1. The game took place at Mike Lansing Field in Casper, where the Spuds hold home‑field advantage after finishing the regular season in second place with a sweep of the Bison. The series winner will advance to the championship round to face the league champions, the Spearfish Sasquatch.

The playoff matchup follows the Spuds' regular‑season momentum and a 9‑5 head‑to‑head record against the Zap. The three‑game series began on July 27 and could extend to a deciding game on July 29 if necessary.