The Portland Pilots held off the LMU Lions with a 7-6 victory, leveling the series with stellar performances from Carter Gaston on the mound and offensive contributions from multiple players.

By the Numbers
  • Gaston (8-1) secured the win, pitching six innings, allowing 3 earned runs, on 5 hits, with 6 strikeouts.
  • The Pilots recorded 9 hits, with notable offensive displays from Jack Thomson (2-for-4, 3 RBI), Riley McCarthy (2-for-4, 2 RBI), and Ben Patacsil (2-for-3).
Yes, But

LMU made a late push in the ninth inning, scoring three runs, but the Pilots managed to maintain their lead for the win.

State of Play
  • Portland (24-16, 10-4) evened the series against LMU.
  • Jake Holcroft broke the Pilots' career walk record, now standing at 103 walks.
  • The Pilots face the Lions in a rubber match tomorrow at 1 p.m.
What's Next

The upcoming rubber match between the Pilots and the Lions will determine the series winner, providing an exciting conclusion to the intense competition.

Bottom Line

Portland Pilots' victory over the LMU Lions sets the stage for a decisive rubber match, highlighting stellar performances and record-breaking achievements, shaping up for an intense series finale.