Freshman Bennett Cagle's clutch double in the 10th inning propelled the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) to a 7-5 victory over UIndy. With the win, UMSL improves to 21-17 overall and 15-6 in conference play, while UIndy drops to 23-16 and 14-7 in the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC). The game featured a back-and-forth scoring battle initially, but solid bullpen performances neutralized further scoring opportunities until Cagle's decisive hit in the final frames. UMSL's Dustin Hagens contributed significantly with 4.2 shutout innings to secure the victory.

By the Numbers
  • UMSL outhit UIndy 12-11.
  • Dustin Hagens struck out 8 batters over 4.2 innings, only allowing 2 hits.
State of Play
  • The Tritons are on a positive streak with a strong conference record.
  • A doubleheader against UIndy is scheduled for Saturday, continuing the four-game series.
What's Next

Looking ahead, UMSL aims to maintain momentum in the doubleheader against UIndy, which could significantly impact their standing within the GLVC. Continued strong performances from their pitchers and hitters will be crucial to secure wins in both games.

Bottom Line

UMSL's timely hitting and dominant pitching are setting the stage for potential success in both the current series and the remainder of the season. The Tritons need to keep building on this performance for a strong finish as they push for a playoff spot.