Mercer and ETSU split series-opening doubleheader; Pitts shines in opener, Taylor leads in nightcap
Bears split the series-opening doubleheader with ETSU, winning the nightcap 3-1 after losing the opener 3-2 in extra innings.
By the Numbers- Mercer's record: 19-20 overall, 8-3 in SoCon
- ETSU's record: 8-26 overall, 2-9 in SoCon
- Mercer rallied to win the nightcap after East Tennessee State claimed victory in the extra-inning opener.
- MU has won 10 of their last 15 games, while ETSU has split their last four contests.
Mercer will conclude the series with East Tennessee State on Sunday at Sikes Field, with the series rubber game starting at 1 p.m.
Bottom LineMercer and ETSU split the doubleheader, with Mercer showing resilience in the nightcap to secure the victory and set the stage for the series finale.
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