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Louisville Baseball Secures Tense 6-5 Win Over EKU
26 Feb
Summary
- Cardinals secured a narrow 6-5 victory against Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday.
- Tague Davis hit a 409-foot solo homer, his fourth of the season.
- Louisville's bullpen was crucial in preserving the lead late in the game.
The Louisville Cardinals baseball team commenced a significant 14-game home stand by securing a close 6-5 victory against in-state rival Eastern Kentucky on Wednesday. This win extends the Cardinals' dominance over the Colonels under head coach Dan McDonnell, who is nearing 800 career wins. Tague Davis opened the scoring in the first inning with a powerful 409-foot solo home run, his fourth of the season.
While Louisville managed to score five runs in the first three innings, their offense cooled considerably afterward, collecting only five hits from the fourth through eighth innings. Pitching also showed some early struggles, with Eastern Kentucky out-hitting their hosts. However, the Cardinals' bullpen adopted a resilient 'bend-but-don't-break' approach.
The bullpen's efforts were key, allowing only a single run in the final six innings. Relievers like Jack Brown and Aaron England provided crucial support, with England closing out the game for the save. The Cardinals are set to continue their homestand against Central Michigan this weekend.
