In a high-scoring opener, the Milwaukee baseball team fell to Northern Kentucky 14-10, despite initially leading 9-6 in the final three innings.

By the Numbers
  • Carson Hansen led Milwaukee with a grand slam, contributing to the team's middle-inning lead.
  • Zach Lane had three hits and drove in two runs, supported by RBIs from Sean Tillmon, Q Phillips, and Gabe Roessler.
  • Luke Hansel pitched 4 2/3 innings with eight strikeouts for Milwaukee.
  • Northern Kentucky had five different players with at least two RBIs, including Brennan Rowe with three.
Yes, But

Milwaukee struggled to maintain their lead as Northern Kentucky mounted an eight-run outburst in the final three innings.

State of Play
  • Milwaukee and Northern Kentucky will play a doubleheader on Saturday at Franklin Field.
  • Northern Kentucky utilized walks, hit batters, and wild pitches to secure their 14-10 victory over Milwaukee.
What's Next

Milwaukee looks to bounce back in the upcoming doubleheader against Northern Kentucky on Saturday.

Bottom Line

Milwaukee's initial lead was overshadowed by Northern Kentucky's strong finish, highlighting the need for consistent performance across all nine lineup positions for success in future games.