Madison 6, Wisconsin Rapids 4
The Mallards ended the night in dramatic fashion, erasing a late deficit and walking off the Rafters 6–4. Preston Yaucher (Penn State University) delivered the decisive blow with a game-ending two-run home run, finishing 2-for-4 with two runs scored. John Hadley VI (Creighton University) added two RBI, while David Ketterman (Florence-Darlington CC) provided a solo home run for Wisconsin Rapids. On the mound, Eli Hoyt (University of Louisville) earned the win with a perfect inning of relief as Madison completed the thrilling comeback.
Fond du Lac 14, Lakeshore 3
The Dock Spiders broke the game open early and never looked back, cruising past the Chinooks 14–3 in seven innings. Tyler Neises (Georgia Tech) powered the offense, going 3-for-5 with a pair of home runs and six RBI. Kane Wilson (Arkansas-Little Rock) added a home run of his own, finishing 1-for-2 with three RBI and two runs scored, while Thomas Googins (Princeton University) went 2-for-4 with three runs scored, one RBI, and a stolen base. For Lakeshore, Bryan Lorenz (UNLV) went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and a stolen base. On the mound, Jax Pfister (University of Northern Colorado) earned the win, tossing five innings while allowing two runs on two hits with three strikeouts and two walks.
Traverse City 4, Richmond 1
The Pit Spitters used timely offense and strong pitching to secure a 4–1 victory over the Flying Mummies. Zach Kucharczyk (Davenport University) led the way offensively, going 2-for-4 with a double, three RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. For Richmond, Prince Deboskie (University of Akron) provided the lone run with a solo home run. On the mound, Kyle Timko (Maryville College (TN)) earned the win after tossing six innings, allowing one run on six hits while striking out five and walking two. Bryce Suiter (Texas Tech University) closed the door with a dominant three-inning save, striking out six of the 10 batters he faced and allowing just one hit.
Royal Oak 6, Battle Creek 2
The Leprechauns jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, defeating the Battle Jacks 6–2. Owen Turner (Yale University) paced the offense, going 3-for-4 with a double, two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. Aidan Schuck (Oakland University) also collected three hits, finishing 3-for-5 with a double, one RBI, and two runs scored, while Noah Brocklebank (Northwestern University) scored once and swiped three bases. On the mound, Sawyer Cooney (University of Kansas) earned the win with three scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and two walks while striking out two.
Willmar 8, Minot 6
The Stingers rallied late to outlast the Hot Tots 8–6 in a back-and-forth contest. Willmar erased a two-run deficit with a four-run ninth inning, completing the comeback after Minot appeared to take control with a four-run seventh, as the Stingers closed the night with a dramatic road victory. Jehee Lee (Cal State Northridge) had a monster day at the plate, going 3-for-5 with a pair of triples and four RBI. Cru Huenfeld (University of Nebraska) added a big performance of his own, finishing 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, three RBI, and two runs scored. Kyler Proctor (Austin Peay University) went 1-for-3 with two runs scored and a stolen base. On the mound, Koen Barton (University of Hawaii) earned the win with two scoreless innings of relief, allowing one hit while striking out two, and Ben Bohlmann (University of Jamestown) secured the save with a scoreless ninth, striking out three while allowing two hits and one walk.
Eau Claire 6, Waterloo 3
The Express jumped out early and never fully let go of the lead, defeating the Bucks 6–3. Adam Salazar (Hope International University) went 1-for-3, scoring once and stealing one base. For Waterloo, Colin Coonraadt (West Virginia University) provided the offense with a two-run home run, finishing 1-for-4. On the mound, Riley Fisher (Louisiana Tech University) earned the win with a strong six-inning outing, striking out eight while allowing three hits, three walks, and no earned runs. Olivier Martel (University of Illinois) got the save throwing one scoreless inning with one strikeout allowing one hit.
Kalamazoo 3, Kenosha 2
The Growlers used a steady offensive push and late insurance runs to hold off the Kingfish 3–2 in a tight contest. Nate Webb (Belmont University) drove in two runs, while Brock Sell (Stanford University) went 1-for-4 with a triple, scoring twice and stealing one base. For Kenosha, Erikas Puodzinas (University of Michigan) had a monster outing throwing seven innings collecting eleven strikeouts allowing four hits, one run, and one walk. On the mound, Christian Forniss (Northwestern University) earned the win with two scoreless innings of relief, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out two. Liam Golden (Stanford University) closed it out to earn the save, working one inning with one strikeout while allowing one run on one hit and one walk.
Rockford 7, Rochester 6
The Rivets erased an early deficit with a massive six-run fourth inning and held on late to defeat the Honkers 7–6. Tommy Townsend (Xavier University) went 3-for-4 with a home run, driving in three runs to lead the offense. For Rochester, Robert Orr (Univeristy of the Pacific) went 2-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base, while Matt Maize (University of Arizona) added a 1-for-2 performance with a home run and two RBI. On the mound, Rowan Smyth (Lewis University) earned the win with two scoreless, hitless innings of relief, and Ben Buehring (UW-Oshkosh) secured the save with a perfect inning, striking out all three batters he faced to close it out.
St. Cloud 11, Badlands 6
The Rox used a huge second inning and steady late scoring to take control and defeat the Big Sticks 11–6. St. Cloud erupted for six runs in the second, then added key insurance runs in the sixth and eighth to hold off Badlands and secure the win. Aidan Mouton (University of Kansas) went 3-for-5 with a double, driving in four runs while scoring once and stealing two bases. Eli Campbell (American River CC) finished 2-for-3, scoring three times with one RBI and a stolen base, while Tanner Recchio (University of Minnesota) also went 2-for-3 and scored three runs. For Badlands, Cooper Rasmussen (Arkansas-Little Rock) went 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI, and Gavyn Schlotterback (University of Kansas) added a 2-for-2 performance with a run scored and a stolen base. On the mound, Tyler Phenow (Texas Christian University) earned the win despite allowing five runs over three innings, and Manny West (University of Kansas) locked down the save with two scoreless innings and three strikeouts.
Bismarck 8, Mankato 1
The Larks jumped out early and never looked back, defeating the MoonDogs 8–1. Mankato broke the game open with a six-run second inning and added steady run support throughout, while its pitching staff kept the MoonDogs in check to secure a dominant home win. Luke Lavin (Stanford University) went 3-for-4, driving in three runs and scoring once. Michael Carrano Jr. (Illinois State University) added a home run, finishing 1-for-3 with two RBI. Jordan Carter (Faulkner University) went 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base. On the mound, Andrew Shaw (Stanford University) earned the win with five innings of work, allowing one run on six hits while striking out seven and walking one.
Duluth 7, Thunder Bay 5
The Huskies held off the Border Cats in a competitive matchup, earning a 7–5 win after responding quickly to an early deficit. Waylon Walsh (Santa Clara University) went 1-for-3 with three RBI and a run scored, while Anthony Cepeda (Wichita State University) finished 2-for-2 with two runs scored. Isaiah Ibarra (University of Southern California) added a 1-for-4 performance with two RBI for Duluth. For Thunder Bay, Stevie Waters (University of British Columbia) went 1-for-3 with a triple, driving in two runs and scoring once. On the mound, Anthony Piasecki-Andrews (Skyline (CA) CC) earned the win with six innings of work, allowing four runs on five hits while striking out six, and Jacob Boland (Purdue University) picked up the save with three innings of relief, striking out five while allowing one run.
Thursday’s Schedule
Rockford @ Rochester (12:05 PM CT)
Battle Creek @ Royal Oak (6:35 PM ET)
Richmond @ Traverse City (7:05 PM ET)
Thunder Bay @ Duluth (6:35 PM CT)
Eau Claire @ Waterloo (6:35 PM CT)
Kalamazoo @ Kenosha (6:35 PM CT)
Badlands @ St. Cloud (6:35 PM CT)
Lakeshore @ Fond du Lac (6:35 PM CT)
Willmar @ Minot (6:35 PM CT)
Mankato @ Bismarck (6:35 PM CT)
Madison @ Wisconsin Rapids (6:35 PM CT)
Green Bay @ Wausau (6:35 PM CT)
Minnesota @ La Crosse (6:35 PM CT)