Published On: June 9th, 2026

Across the league, the day featured strong pitching performances and late offensive bursts, with several teams pulling away in the final innings to secure wins.

The highlight was Kenosha’s doubleheader sweep of Battle Creek, including a 6–0 shutout in the opener and a 9–6 win in the nightcap, powered by deep pitching and consistent lineup production. Madison also picking up their sixth win in a row.

Kenosha 6, Battle Creek 0

The Kingfish rolled to a 6–0 shutout victory over the Battle Jacks, scoring in six different innings and never allowing Battle Creek to gain any offensive momentum. Noah Brandt (Grand Valley State University) went 3-for-6 with two RBI, while Luke Landrus (University of Illinois) tripled and drove in a run. Hunter Snyder (Columbia University) went 2-for-3, scoring three times and driving in one run. Erikas Puodziunas (University of Michigan) earned the win with 4.2 scoreless innings, striking out three while allowing just three hits as Kenosha completed the shutout.

Madison 8, Wisconsin Rapids 5

The Mallards erased an early five-run deficit and stormed back for an 8–5 victory over the Rafters. John Hadley VI (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee) went 2-for-3 with a double, three RBI, and one run scored, while Jeremy Martinez (Indiana State University) went 1-for-3 with a double, two RBI, and two runs scored. Preston Yaucher (Penn State University) finished 2-for-5 with two RBI as Madison used a six-run sixth inning to seize control. For Wisconsin Rapids, Nico Defazio (Houston Christian) went 4-for-5 with one RBI, one run scored, and two stolen bases. Heeryun Han (Texas Tech University) earned the win with two scoreless innings, striking out two while allowing one hit, and Eli Hoyt (University of Louisville) picked up the save with a scoreless inning, striking out two and allowing one hit.

Traverse City 8, Royal Oak 4

The Pit Spitters erupted for seven runs in the eighth inning to rally past the Leprechauns 8–4. Josh Polubinski (Western Michigan University) went 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles, driving in two runs and scoring once, while Alfredo Velazquez (Wayne State University (MI)) went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run scored. Ethan Guerra (University of Arizona) added a solo home run as Traverse City erased a late deficit with its explosive eighth inning. For Royal Oak, Mason Barth (University of Notre Dame) went 3-for-5 with a double, one RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. Miles Williams (Dallas Baptist University) earned the win with 1.1 perfect innings of relief, striking out three of the four batters he faced.

Kenosha 9, Battle Creek 6

The Kingfish completed a doubleheader sweep of the Battle Jacks, holding off a late rally to secure a 9–6 victory in the nightcap. Brendan Fritch (Davidson College) went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base, while Jackson Brewer (Columbia University) finished 3-for-4 with two RBI and a stolen base. J.R. Nelson (University of Illinois) tripled, drove in a run, and scored twice, and Nate O’Donnell (University of Minnesota) went 1-for-4 with two RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base. For Battle Creek, Brady LaViolette (Murray State CC) went 1-for-2 with an RBI and two runs scored, while Thomas Cooper (Valparaiso University (IN)) doubled and drove in two runs. Sotaro Ishida (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee) earned the win with 2.1 scoreless innings, striking out two while allowing one hit, and Tsubasa Tomii (University of Hawaii) recorded the save with a scoreless inning, striking out one and allowing one hit.

Richmond 7, Rockford 4

The Flying Mummies jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, defeating the Rivets 7–4. Jimmy Chadwell (Columbia University) went 2-for-3 with three RBI, while Ashton Seymore (Georgetown University) finished 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and two runs scored. Drew Phillips (Miami University (OH)) added a 1-for-4 performance with two runs scored and two stolen bases as Richmond built its early advantage. Kai Keamo (Bushnell University) earned the win with five innings pitched, striking out seven while allowing three runs on three hits and three walks, and Beau Pasteur (Northeast (NE) CC) recorded the save with a scoreless, hitless inning, striking out one while issuing one walk.

Mankato 6, Badlands 5

The MoonDogs held off a late push to defeat the Big Sticks 6–5 in a back-and-forth matchup. Kaleb Wilkey (University of Evansville) went 2-for-3 with a double, driving in one run and scoring once, while Max Senesac (Golden West) also finished 2-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored. Chris Fox (University of New Orleans) led Badlands with a 3-for-5 performance, adding an RBI and a run scored. Cayden Hansen (Newberry College) earned the win with 3.2 scoreless innings, striking out five while allowing just one hit, and Wyatt Thornbury (Fresno State University) picked up the save with two scoreless innings, striking out two while allowing one hit and two walks.

Fond du Lac 7, Kalamazoo 2

The Dock Spiders controlled the game early and finished strong to defeat the Growlers 7–2. Cole Lockwood (Valparaiso University) was perfect at the plate, going 3-for-3 with two RBI and two runs scored. Miles Vandenheuvel (Ohio State University) added a two-run home run, while Dylan Archuleta (Air Force) went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored as Fond du Lac built an early lead and never looked back. Hudson Lee (University of South Carolina) earned the win with three scoreless, hitless;3 innings, striking out four while allowing one walk.

Bismarck 8, Duluth 5

The Larks outlasted the Huskies 8–5 in a back-and-forth matchup, pulling away late with a three-run ninth inning to seal the win. Hutson Guinn (East Florida State CC) went 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run scored, and two stolen bases, while Connor Mendell (Northern Illinois University) was perfect at the plate, going 1-for-1 with an RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base. Ezra Farmer (Colorado Mesa University) delivered the big late blow with a two-run home run in the ninth. For Duluth, Benji Kautto (University of Evansville went 1-for-3 with two RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base. Jacob Culp (Illinois State University) earned the win with two scoreless innings, striking out four while allowing two hits and two walks, and Gavin Parkerson ( University of Illinois) recorded the save with a perfect inning, striking out two of three batters faced.

Minot 8, St. Cloud 5

The Hot Tots used a pair of three-run innings to build control and held off the Rox 8–5 in a steady offensive performance. Sam Dansky (The Citadel) went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run, while Andrew Clapinski (LSU-Eunice CC) finished 3-for-5 with two runs scored and an RBI. For St. Cloud, Brett White (University of Iowa) went 2-for-4 with a triple, one RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base, while Nolan Geislinger (University of Oregon) went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and a stolen base, and Owen Estabrook (Columbia University) added a 2-for-3 performance with a run scored and two stolen bases. Jacob Galloway (Oklahoma Baptist University) earned the win with three scoreless, hitless innings, striking out three while allowing one walk, and Dylan Leoff (Cuesta CC) recorded the save with a scoreless, hitless inning, striking out two while allowing one walk.

Wausau 7, Thunder Bay 4

The Woodchucks held off the Border Cats 7–4 in a strong all-around performance, using timely hitting and steady pitching to secure the win. Ryan Chase (University of Kansas) went 1-for-2 with a two-run home run, finishing with two RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base. Kyler Northrop (Washington State University) added a solo home run, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and two runs scored, while Dawson Harman (University of South Carolina) drove in two runs and stole a base. For Thunder Bay, Lincoln Pack (Pensacola State CC (FL)) went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI, and Jesus Vasquez (University of Hawaii) doubled and drove in two runs while scoring once. Logan Waldschmidt (University of New Orleans) earned the win with two scoreless innings, allowing just one hit, and Reece Clapp (Illinois State University) recorded the save with a perfect final inning.

Eau Claire 12, Willmar 4

The Express erupted late to pull away from the Stingers, scoring eight runs across the eighth and ninth innings to secure a 12–4 comeback win. Cade Palkowski (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee) went 1-for-6 with a double, driving in three runs and scoring once, while Jaxon Schumacher (Bradley University) went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, scoring three times. Adam Salazar (Cal State Bakersfield) added a 1-for-2 performance with three runs scored and an RBI, and CJ Varsho (Winona State University) was perfect at the plate, going 2-for-2 with an RBI and two runs scored. For Willmar, David Estrada (University of Hawaii) went 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI, and a run scored. Boyce Ehr (UW-Stevens Point) earned the win, throwing five innings with five strikeouts while allowing five hits, one earned run, and one walk.

 

Wednesday’s Schedule

Badlands @ Eau Claire (6:35 PM CT)

Thunder Bay @ Wausau (6:35 PM CT)

Bismarck @ Duluth (6:35 PM CT)

La Crosse @ Rochester (6:35 PM CT)

 

 

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