Dylan Stewart | Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne Athletics
Dylan Stewart | Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne Athletics
Baseball Falls in Season Opener at Alabama State
The Purdue Fort Wayne baseball team opened the 2023 season on Friday (Feb. 17) with a 13-0 loss at Alabama State.
The 'Dons drew five walks on the night. Dylan Stewart, Jarrett Bickel and Braedon Blackford each recorded a hit. Caileb Johnson worked two walks in his first game as a Mastodon.
Alabama State opened the game up with a 10-run second inning. Jack Hay had a home run for Alabama State in the frame.
JD Deany (0-1) took the loss for the 'Dons. Bryce Martens gave up one run in three innings in relief. Omar Melendez, Ricardo Rivera and Austin King combined for the shutout for Alabama State.
The two teams will continue their series on Saturday with a doubleheader.
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