Niagara baseball lost to Mercyhurst 12-5 in a non-conference game, bringing their record to 11-14 while Mercyhurst improved to 9-17. The Purple Eagles initially led 4-0, but the Lakers surged back, scoring 12 runs with a strong performance in the second and third innings. Key highlights included a six-run third inning for Mercyhurst and a notable pitching change from Niagara that struggled to control the game. Despite a late attempt to rally in the ninth, the Purple Eagles were unable to close the gap, solidifying the loss.

By the Numbers
  • Niagara held a 4-0 lead before Mercyhurst scored 12 unanswered runs.
  • Mercyhurst's five runs in the third inning were pivotal for their victory.
State of Play
  • Niagara's loss drops them to 5-5 all-time against Mercyhurst.
  • Nick Cote extended his hitting streak as part of the team's overall struggles.
What's Next

Niagara will shift focus to conference play, facing rivals Canisius in a three-game series starting on April 10. The first pitch is set for 3:00 pm at Bobo Field.

Bottom Line

This loss highlights the need for improved pitching to maintain leads and secure wins as Niagara transitions back to crucial conference matchups.