The Eastern Illinois Panthers baseball team rolled to their sixth consecutive victory with an emphatic 11-1 run-rule win over Illinois Wesleyan. The Panthers dominated the game with a seven-run seventh inning, amassing a total of 12 hits compared to their opponent's 4. Danny Infante led the offense with three RBIs, while Eli Cartwright secured the win on the mound, contributing to a combined zero earned runs allowed. Eastern Illinois improved their season record to 21-17 and 9-5 in the OVC, continuing a strong midweek performance.

By the Numbers
  • Eastern Illinois recorded 11 earned runs from 12 hits.
  • Five Panthers pitchers combined for zero earned runs and seven strikeouts.
State of Play
  • Eastern Illinois (21-17, 9-5 OVC) is currently on a six-game winning streak.
  • The Panthers have now achieved two run-rule victories in midweek games this season.
What's Next

The Panthers will travel to Southern Indiana for a three-game OVC series starting on Friday, April 23rd, with the first game scheduled for 6 p.m.

Bottom Line

The Panthers are on a hot streak, showcasing their offensive depth and pitching strength, positioning themselves as a formidable force as they look ahead to upcoming conference matchups.