Rutgers softball secured their first-ever series victory over Minnesota, defeating the Golden Gophers 6-1 in a decisive finale at Jane Sage Cowles Stadium in Minneapolis. This win marked their fourth series victory of the season, with three of them being first-time accomplishments. Rutgers has now claimed series wins against Minnesota, Ohio State, and Wisconsin for the first time since joining the Big Ten in 2015. The team's record stands at 29-19 overall, with a 10-7 record in Big Ten play. Mattie Boyd delivered a standout performance, pitching her 16th complete game of the season and improving her record to 17-7, striking out six batters and allowing no earned runs on five hits.

By the Numbers
  • Rutgers now holds a 29-19 overall record.
  • Mattie Boyd pitched her 16th complete game of the season, improving to 17-7.
  • Kyleigh Sand batted 3-for-3 with two runs and two RBIs.
  • LA Matthews went 2-for-4 with a double and three RBIs.
Yes, But

Minnesota initially took the lead with a run in the second inning, showcasing some resilience before Rutgers tied the score and eventually took control of the game.

State of Play
  • Rutgers softball has secured a historic series win over Minnesota.
  • The team is set to face Michigan State in their final regular season Big Ten road series.
What's Next

Rutgers softball will travel to East Lansing, Michigan, to take on Michigan State in a three-game series starting on Friday, April 26.

Bottom Line

Rutgers softball's victory over Minnesota marks a significant milestone in their season, further solidifying their competitive presence in the Big Ten conference as they look ahead to their upcoming series against Michigan State.