Illinois State secures a dramatic 4-3 victory over Indiana State as Daniel Pacella hits a walk-off home run in the bottom of the 9th inning at Duffy Bass Field in Normal, Ill.

By the Numbers
  • Illinois State: 20-15 overall, 8-5 MVC
  • Indiana State: 27-8 overall, 10-3 MVC
  • Daniel Pacella's 8th home run of the year
  • Illinois State's first walk-off home run in 14 years
  • Ryan Court's last walk-off home run for Illinois State was on 5/1/10
Yes, But

The Sycamores initially took a 3-1 lead with three home runs in the 4th inning.

State of Play
  • Illinois State keeps pace in the MVC standings with the win
  • Lawrence has reached base in 21 consecutive games
  • First Redbird victory over Indiana State since April 2, 2022
What's Next

Illinois State and Indiana State continue their series with a game scheduled for Saturday at 3:00 p.m. CT.

Bottom Line

Illinois State's walk-off victory, fueled by Daniel Pacella's home run, marks a significant moment in Redbirds' baseball, ending a 14-year drought since the last walk-off home run and securing a crucial win in the MVC standings.