Johnstown Mill Rats vs Chillicothe Paints

Recap

The Johnstown Mill Rats opened their 2026 home schedule with a dramatic 4-3 victory over the Chillicothe Paints in 10 innings at Sargent’s Stadium at the Point. In a tightly contested game from start to finish, both teams traded key plays before the Mill Rats delivered the winning run in extra innings. Johnstown’s pitching staff kept the Paints in check throughout the evening, allowing the offense an opportunity to capitalize late. The victory gave the Mill Rats their first win of the season and provided an exciting finish for the home crowd. The two teams returned to the field the following morning to continue their opening series.