FORT MYERS, FLA. – The University of Minnesota baseball team kicked off their series against Northeastern University with a strong performance, winning 12-2 in a seven-inning matchup at Hammond Stadium.
Every player in Minnesota’s lineup made a contribution, ensuring that all nine starters got on base. This team effort helped them rack up 12 runs, quickly triggering the ten-run mercy rule.
Cole Selvig took the mound, earning the win with six innings pitched and five strikeouts. Joe Sperry also shined on the mound, throwing one scoreless inning and striking out two batters.
THE GAME IN A NUTSHELL
The Gophers struck first in the second inning when Jack Bello hit a two-RBI single, scoring Michael Lippe and Charlie Sutherland. Jack Spanier extended the lead with a double, making it 3-0.
In the third inning, David Hamilton drove in Ty Allen with an RBI single, pushing the score to 4-0.
Northeastern managed to score two runs in the fourth inning on an RBI single and a groundout, narrowing the score to 4-2. However, the Gophers answered back quickly. Spanier collected his second RBI with a single, restoring a three-run lead.
Charlie Sutherland hit the game’s only home run in the fifth inning, bringing the score to 6-2. Minnesota didn’t stop there. In the sixth, four more runs came across, thanks to RBI singles from Jameson Martin and Weber Neels, along with a two-RBI double from Easton Richter.
The game wrapped up in the seventh inning when Martin hit another single that scored two runs, ending the game with a commanding victory for the Gophers.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Both Spanier and Martin had three hits each.
- Selvig effectively kept the Huskies at bay, allowing just two runs.
- Sutherland led the offense with a double, a home run, and an RBI.
- All Minnesota starters reached base safely during the game.
- The Gophers achieved a season-high with 15 hits, outpacing the Huskies 15-4.
- They excelled with runners in scoring position, hitting .667.
- In total, Minnesota pitchers faced 27 Northeastern batters, recording seven strikeouts.
This win showcases Minnesota’s strong start to the season, emphasizing teamwork and individual performances. As the series continues, fans will be keen to see if the Gophers can maintain this level of play.
