Western Michigan secured a spot in the MAC Tournament with a decisive 7-1 victory over Bowling Green, propelled by Ricky Kidd’s stellar pitching performance. Kidd dominated on the mound, throwing 6 scoreless innings and allowing only four hits. Early offensive contributions, including multiple RBI efforts from Avery Thielman and Lucas Rick, established a lead that WMU maintained throughout the game. This win brought the Broncos' record to 23-22 overall and 17-12 in MAC play, solidifying their playoff position. The teams will face off again for their final game of the series on Sunday.

By the Numbers
  • Ricky Kidd earned his seventh win of the season with a performance that included 4 strikeouts over 6.0 innings.
  • Western Michigan's victory improved their overall record to 23-22, and 17-12 in MAC play.
State of Play
  • Western Michigan has won five consecutive starts by Ricky Kidd, showcasing strong team momentum before the tournament.
  • The Broncos have clinched their MAC Tournament berth, ensuring postseason play in Avon, Ohio, later this month.
What's Next

The Broncos will look to close out their series against Bowling Green with another win on Sunday, which could enhance their momentum heading into the MAC Tournament.

Bottom Line

Western Michigan's strong performance highlighted by Kidd’s pitching and a balanced offensive attack positions them favorably as they head to the MAC Tournament, making them a contender to watch.