Minnesota Falls 5-1 in Series Opener at Northwestern

ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Northwestern Wildcats proved to be too much for Minnesota on Friday afternoon, as the Golden Gophers fell 5-1 in the opening game of the three-game series. Natalie Susa (1-8) got the ball to start for Minnesota (15-34, 6-16 B1G) and took the loss. Macy Richardson was a bright spot for the Golden Gophers, coming out of the bullpen and throwing three innings, giving up three runs on six hits while striking out one. In the batter's box, the Golden Gophers were led by Jessa Snippes, who drove in Minnesota's lone run on a 1-for-2 day with...