The Rhode Island Rams triumphed over the La Salle Explorers in a gripping 12-inning game, securing a 7-6 victory. After being down 6-5, Jack Hopko tied the game with a home run in the ninth inning. The winning run came home on a passed ball in the bottom of the 12th, capping a back-and-forth contest. Manny Santos shined on the mound, striking out seven over three innings to earn his first win of the season.

By the Numbers
  • The game featured a total of 22 strikeouts by the Rams' pitching staff.
  • Jack Hopko's home run in the ninth inning marked his only RBI in the game.
  • Manny Santos pitched the last three innings, allowing just one hit and striking out seven.
State of Play
  • The Rams improved to 13-18 overall and 8-5 in the Atlantic 10 Conference.
  • La Salle dropped to 16-19, sitting at 3-10 in conference play.
What's Next

The Rams are set to face the Explorers again in game two of the weekend series on Saturday, April 11 at 1 p.m. at Bill Beck Field. A win could further boost Rhode Island's momentum in the Atlantic 10 standings.

Bottom Line

Rhode Island鈥檚 resilience showed through a dramatic comeback, highlighting their ability to perform under pressure. Maintaining this competitive edge will be crucial as they advance through the season.