The Colorado School of Mines Baseball team showcased a powerful offensive performance in a doubleheader against Regis, resulting in a split. After losing the first game 12-5, the Orediggers rebounded with a dominating 20-3 victory, driven by standout performances from players like Tyler Hummel and Ben Leiphart. Hummel led the team with five hits and three RBIs, while Leiphart contributed with a three-run homer. Overall, the team demonstrated an impressive batting average of .397 and a slugging percentage of .651 during the series.

By the Numbers
  • Mines batted .397 and slugged .651 in the second game.
  • Tyler Hummel and Ben Leiphart each recorded five RBIs across both games.
  • Evan Bilter scored six runs, while the team achieved 18 RBIs, setting a season high.
State of Play
  • The Orediggers are positioned fourth in the RMAC standings, ahead of CSU Pueblo.
  • Twelve of the Orediggers' runs in the second game came in the second and third innings.
  • Hummel and Duvall both boast .400 batting averages this season with 58 hits each.
What's Next

Mines will close the series against Regis on Sunday at noon, aiming to continue their momentum from the strong performance in Game 2.

Bottom Line

The Orediggers displayed offensive prowess in their split with Regis, underscoring their potential as they look to solidify their playoff positioning. Key performances from Hummel and Leiphart might set the tone for future games, as Mines aims for consistency and a strong finish to the season.