Franzen was pretty much perfect as he came through in a pair of save situations for the regular-season divisional champion Panthers.
He logged just 2.2 innings in two appearances vs. Cedarville, but struck out five of the six hitters faced and didn’t allow a baserunner. His success in the back end of the bullpen was a big reason why KWC celebrated a conference tournament title last season.
Franzen closed out 7-6 and 6-4 finals in favor of the Panthers to earn the top seed from the South Division.
Franzen has appeared in 16 games this season with a 2-0 win-loss record and seven saves.