Lakeland University's baseball team split their doubleheader against defending NACC champions MSOE, securing a 9-5 victory in the second game after losing the first 6-4. Chris Day hit a grand slam, while Owen Fekety pitched seven strong innings. The Muskies improved to 8-14 overall and 2-6 in the conference, outplaying MSOE with a total of 24 hits across both games. Despite some struggles in the opener, Lakeland's clutch hitting and solid pitching helped them take down the Raiders, marking their first conference loss.

By the Numbers
  • Lakeland outhit MSOE 24-12 over the two games.
  • Owen Fekety improved to 3-0, allowing just 5 hits and 2 runs in his 7-inning performance.
State of Play
  • Lakeland's overall record is now 8-14, with a conference record of 2-6.
  • MSOE's season record stands at 16-6 after this series.
What's Next

The Muskies will face Dominican University for two games on Saturday in Schaumburg, Illinois, seeking to build on their recent success.

Bottom Line

Lakeland's ability to bounce back in the second game highlights their resilience, positioning them as contenders after a challenging start in conference play. This performance serves as a pivotal moment in their season, showing potential for growth as they approach upcoming matchups.