Dayton Dragons pitchers combine for two-hit shutout

Donovan Benoit, Chase Petty, and Carson Rudd lead Dragons to victory over Chiefs

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Dayton Dragons pitchers Chase Petty, Carson Rudd, and Donovan Benoit combined to allow just two hits in a shutout victory over the Chiefs. Michael Trautwein hit a three-run home run to power the Dragons' offense.

Why it matters

The Dragons' strong pitching performance and Trautwein's big hit helped the team secure an important win, continuing their push for a playoff spot in the World Baseball Classic tournament.

The details

Petty, Rudd, and Benoit each pitched scoreless innings, limiting the Chiefs to just two hits on the night. Trautwein's three-run homer in the 5th inning provided the offense the Dragons needed to win the game.

  • The game took place on February 20, 2026.

The players

Chase Petty

A Dayton Dragons pitcher who contributed to the team's two-hit shutout.

Carson Rudd

A Dayton Dragons pitcher who contributed to the team's two-hit shutout.

Donovan Benoit

A Dayton Dragons pitcher who contributed to the team's two-hit shutout.

Michael Trautwein

A Dayton Dragons player who hit a three-run home run to power the team's offense.

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What they’re saying

“Our pitchers were locked in tonight and our offense came through when we needed it. This was a big win for us.”

— Donovan Benoit, Dayton Dragons pitcher

What’s next

The Dragons will look to build on this strong performance as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the World Baseball Classic tournament.

The takeaway

The Dayton Dragons demonstrated their depth and resilience, with their pitching staff and offense both delivering in a crucial victory that keeps them in contention for the postseason.