LMU Baseball Triumphs as Casillas Hits Walkoff Single Against Saint Mary’s at Page Stadium
In a thrilling series opener, Benny Casillas delivered a walkoff single in the bottom of the tenth inning, clinching a 5-4 victory for LMU against Saint Mary's at Page Stadium.
By the Numbers- Owen Hackman set a career-high with twelve strikeouts during the game.
- Diego Baqueiro's game-tying two-run homer traveled an estimated 403 feet at 108 miles per hour.
The Lions faced a tough inning but showcased resilience with a come-from-behind victory against a previous WCC Tournament defeat.
State of Play- LMU ended a five-game losing streak in the conference with this win.
- Game two against the Gaels is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, with a shifted start time due to expected inclement weather.
LMU aims to continue their winning momentum in the upcoming game against the Gaels and work towards a stronger conference standing.
Bottom LineBenny Casillas' clutch performance and LMU's resilience not only secured a victory but also marked a turning point in breaking their losing streak, setting a positive trajectory for future games.
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