The Eskomos waited to celebrate as Isaak Sertich headed for home after hitting a grand slam home run in a Class AA state semifinal Wednesday at Dick Putz Field in St. Cloud. Esko (21-1) defeated Cannon Falls 7-2, thanks in large part to Sertie's blast, and will face Perham (22-4) in the state championship Friday at 1 p.m. in St. Cloud.
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