Walk-off wins and explosive offenses highlighted the day across the league. The Green Bay Rockers and St. Cloud Rox erupted for 18 and 19 runs, respectively, while the Traverse City Pit Spitters and Badlands Big Sticks also posted dominant victories. Meanwhile, the Lakeshore Chinooks, Wausau Woodchucks, Bismarck Larks, Royal Oak Leprechauns, and Rockford Rivets all came away with thrilling extra-inning or walk-off wins.

Badlands 14, Bismarck 4

The Big Sticks broke the game open early and never looked back, defeating the Larks 14–4. Jackson Cionek (East Tennessee State) powered the offense, going 2-for-5 with a home run, a double, four RBI, and two runs scored. Cougar Cooke (Arkansas State University) added a home run, three RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base, while Blake Beheler (Blinn JC) went 2-for-3 with an RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base. Dylon Myrow (Nebraska University) finished 2-for-5 with a triple, a double, an RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base, and Derek Martinez (Arkansas State University) went 3-for-6 with an RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base. For Bismarck, Jackson Crider (Drury University) hit a two-run home run. Ty Thomson (University of Kansas) earned the win, tossing six innings with eight strikeouts while allowing seven hits, three earned runs, and three walks, and Brady Broeckel (Northern Oklahoma Tonkawa CC) recorded the save with three scoreless innings and five strikeouts.

Green Bay 18, Minnesota 2 (Sweep)

The Rockers erupted for 18 runs to cruise past the Mud Puppies 18–2, breaking the game open with a nine-run fourth inning. Josh Martin (University of Hawaii) powered the offense, going 3-for-5 with two home runs, seven RBI, and three runs scored. Aidan Kuni (University of New Mexico) added a home run, two RBI, and two runs scored, while David Ballenilla (Tennessee Wesleyan University) finished 3-for-5 with a double, three runs scored, an RBI, and two stolen bases. Dom Bello (Anderson University) chipped in with a double, three runs scored, and an RBI. Eddy Eveland (Delta State University) earned the win with five innings of work, striking out four while allowing three hits, two runs, and four walks, and Cord Copley (Bossier Parish CC) recorded the save with four scoreless innings, allowing two hits and one walk while striking out two.

Lakeshore 7, Wisconsin Rapids 6 (Walk Off)

The Chinooks walked off the Rafters in 10 innings to secure a 7–6 victory in a back-and-forth battle. Casey Robinson (Salt Lake CC) delivered the game-winning pinch-hit RBI single in the bottom of the 10th. Nick Allred (St. Mary’s College (CA)) went 2-for-5 with two triples, three RBI, and a run scored, while Nolan Sandee (Northern Illinois University )finished 3-for-5 with a double and two runs scored. For Wisconsin Rapids, Esteban Olazaba (Cal State Fullerton) went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and two runs scored. Zach Gibbs (Riverside City CC )earned the win with a perfect inning in relief.

Wausau 9, Fond du Lac 8 (Walk Off)

The Woodchucks erased an early five-run deficit and walked off the Dock Spiders 9–8 in a dramatic comeback victory. Gatlin Pitts (Western Kentucky University) delivered the game-winning solo home run, finishing 1-for-4 with two runs scored and a stolen base. Ryan Chase (University of Kansas) added a three-run homer, while Bradon Durfee (University of Kansas) went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and two stolen bases. For Fond du Lac, Vincent Venverloh (University of San Diego) finished 3-for-5 with a run scored and a stolen base, Joey Arend (Xavier University) drove in a run, and Tyler Neises (Georgia Tech) went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and a run scored. Adison Tevz (Madison CC) earned the win with 0.2 innings of relief.

Waterloo 10, Duluth 6

The Bucks used a balanced offensive attack to defeat the Huskies 10–6, scoring in six different innings. Caleb Parker (Minnesota State-Mankato) led the offense, going 3-for-5 with a double, three RBI, and a run scored, while Larry Edwards (McNeese State University) finished 2-for-3 with a double, three runs scored, and three stolen bases. For Duluth, Waylon Walsh (Santa Clara University) hit a solo home run and scored twice. Max Collins (Santa Barbara City CC) earned the win, tossing 5.2 innings while allowing eight hits, six runs, and two walks with two strikeouts.

Traverse City 17, Kalamazoo 6

The Pit Spitters jumped out early and never looked back, defeating the Growlers 17–6. Callum Early (University of Texas) powered the offense with a monster performance, going 3-for-5 with two home runs, four RBI, and three runs scored. Cade Collins (Wofford College) added a home run, three RBI, and three runs scored in a 2-for-5 effort, while Zach Carlson (Northwestern University) finished 2-for-3 with three RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base. Jacob Kucharczyk (Penn State University) contributed a double, an RBI, and three runs scored. For Kalamazoo, Trevor Johnson (Duke University) went 3-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI. Miles Morris (Reinhardt University) earned the win with two innings of relief, striking out two while allowing two hits, one run, and one walk.

Richmond 6, Madison 3

The Flying Mummies used a late offensive push to defeat the Mallards 6–3. After a close battle through six innings, Richmond scored four runs over the final two frames to pull away and secure the victory. Eli Bennett (Indiana University) led the offense, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, while Colton Sims (West Virginia University) added a double, two runs scored, and a stolen base. Landen Fry (Indiana University) finished 2-for-5 with a double, an RBI, and a run scored. JT Huether (West Virginia University) earned the win with seven innings of work, striking out six while allowing eight hits, two earned runs, and two walks. Jordon Hart (Montreat College) closed out the victory with a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save.

Eau Claire 5, Thunder Bay 1

The Express used timely offense and strong pitching to defeat the Border Cats 5–1. Jaxon Schumacher (Bradley University) went 1-for-3 with a double and two RBI, while Matthew Maulik (University of St. Thomas (MN)) finished 2-for-5 with an RBI, two runs scored, and two stolen bases. Philip Cheong (Stanford University) scored twice and stole four bases in a 1-for-3 performance. Bryce Ehr (UW-Stevens Point) earned the win with six innings of work, striking out six while allowing two hits, two walks, and one run.

Bismarck 6, Badlands 5 (Walk-Off)

The Larks rallied from an early deficit and walked off the Big Sticks 6–5 in a thrilling comeback victory. Blade Carver (East Carolina University) delivered the game-winning hit, going 2-for-4 with the walk-off RBI and a run scored. Trevor Goodwin (Indiana University Southeast) added a strong performance, going 2-for-3 with two doubles and two runs scored. For Badlands, Blake Beheler (Blinn JC) hit a two-run home run in a 2-for-4 effort, while Samson Pugh (Texas State University) finished 3-for-4 with two runs scored, an RBI, and a stolen base. Joey Duprey (East Florida State CC) earned the win with three scoreless innings of relief, striking out three while allowing one hit.

Royal Oak 7, Battle Creek 6 (10 Innings)

The Leprechauns outlasted the Battle Jacks 7–6 in a 10-inning battle. Royal Oak built an early lead and answered Battle Creek’s late push with two runs in the 10th inning to secure the extra-inning victory. Danny Cook (Pepperdine University) led the offense, going 2-for-5 with two RBI, a run scored, and two stolen bases, while Mason Barth (University of Notre Dame) added two RBI and two stolen bases. For Battle Creek, Brendan Thompson (Cal State Bakersfield) finished 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and a run scored. Taylor Falls (Macomb Community College) earned the win with 1.2 innings of relief, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out one.

Minot 7, Mankato 1

The Hot Tots used a six-run fifth inning to pull away from the MoonDogs in a 7–1 victory. Kole Dudding (Oral Roberts University) powered the offense with a grand slam, going 2-for-5 with five RBI, while Christian Stratis (The Citadel) added a 3-for-5 performance with a two-run home run. Jacob Galloway (Oklahoma Baptist University) earned the win with three scoreless innings, striking out three while allowing two hits.

La Crosse 9, Rochester 6

The Loggers overcame an early deficit and used a late offensive surge to defeat the Honkers 9–6. Xavier Esquer (UC Santa Barbara) led the comeback, going 1-for-2 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs scored, while Eli Small (Kent State) finished 2-for-4 with two runs scored and two stolen bases. Savion Flowers (University of Kansas) added a two-run home run in the victory. For Rochester, Cooper Kruk (University of Arizona) and Mikey Brunetti (Long Island University) each hit home runs, combining for four RBI. Chase Zidlicky (Middlebury College) earned the win with three innings of relief, striking out four while allowing three hits, two runs, and three walks, and Cristien Banda (Long Beach State) secured the save with two scoreless, hitless innings and three strikeouts.

Rockford 4, Kenosha 3 (10-Innings)

The Rivets rallied late and edged the Kingfish 4–3 in a 10-inning thriller. Coby Neville (Paradise Valley CC) led the offense, going 2-for-3 with an RBI, while Bryce Nevils (John A. Logan CC) added an RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base. Brady Louck (Arizona State University) set the tone with four scoreless innings, striking out seven while allowing just one hit. Jimmy Amptmann (Davenport University) earned the win with three scoreless innings of relief, striking out four while allowing two hits.

St. Cloud 19, Willmar 3

The Rox exploded for 19 runs in a dominant victory over the Stingers, scoring in six different innings and piling up 16 hits. Austin Haley (Arkansas State University) led the offensive outburst, going 4-for-7 with two doubles, five RBI, three runs scored, and two stolen bases. Jackson Legg (Georgia Gwinnett College) went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs scored, and an RBI, while Brett White (University of Iowa) doubled, scored twice, and drove in a run. Brett Griffiths (Ball State University) finished 2-for-3 with three runs scored and two RBI, and Tanner Recchio (University of Minnesota) scored three times, drove in a run, and stole three bases. Colin Fike (Iowa Central CC) earned the win with 3.2 hitless innings, striking out six while allowing one run and one walk.

 

 

Sunday’s Schedule

Wausau @ Green Bay (12:05 PM CT)

Battle Creek @ Kalamazoo (1:05 PM ET)

Richmond @ Kenosha (1:35 PM CT)

Wausau @ Green Bay (2:30 PM CT)

Rockford @ Royal Oak (4:05 PM ET)

Waterloo @ Fond du Lac (4:05 PM CT)

Lakeshore @ Wisconsin Rapids (4:05 PM CT)

Madison @ Traverse City (5:05 PM ET)

Thunder Bay @ Rochester (5:05 PM CT)

Eau Claire @ La Crosse (5:05 PM CT)

Duluth @ Minot (5:05 PM CT)

Mankato @ Badlands (4:35 PM MT)

Willmar @ Bismarck (7:05 PM CT)