UNLV baseball rebounded from an early deficit to dominate Washington State, winning 12-3 in the second game of their series. Trailing 2-0 after two innings, the Rebels took control with a series of power hits, including home runs from Cooper Sheff and Gavin Taylor. UNLV's pitching silenced the Cougars after the second inning, leading to a decisive victory that evened the series.

By the Numbers
  • UNLV scored 12 runs, with eight of nine starters contributing at least one hit.
  • Carson Lane pitched 6.0 innings for his first win, allowing two earned runs and recording eight strikeouts.
State of Play
  • UNLV's season record improved to 23-16, and they evened their Mountain West Conference record to 6-8.
  • Washington State's record now stands at 20-19, with an outright conference record of 8-6.
What's Next

UNLV will play Washington State for the final game of the series, aiming to secure a series win on April 19 at 12:05 pm. The Rebels will look to maintain their offensive momentum while solidifying their pitching performance to clinch the series.

Bottom Line

UNLV's offensive explosion and resilient pitching underscore their potential as they move forward in the season. Capitalizing on their recent success against Washington State could be pivotal for boosting their confidence and standings in the conference.