Box Score
PINE BLUFF, ARK. - The Panthers had another solid outing at Torii Hunter Baseball Complex. Eastern recorded nine runs on nine hits with nine RBI. The defense played well also against the Golden Lions, as they held UAPB to only two runs. The Panthers drew eight walks and stole one base.
Ben Stephens was given his first start of the season against the Golden Lions and was solid for his first outing. Stephens recorded six strikeouts in his six innings pitched. Panthers record moves to 8-6 (2-1 OVC) as they head to Murray State for a weekend series; starting Friday at 3 p.m. Follow @EIU_Baseball on Twitter for updates on the game.
QUICK HITS
Ben Stephens looked stellar in his first start of the season against the Golden Lions. Stephens recorded six strikeouts and one walk.
Lincoln Bowman closed out the game for the Panthers and was great. In Bowman's one inning, he allowed no hits, no walks and no runs.
Gunner Smith continues to impress as an offensive weapon. Smith recorded a clutch double and five RBI on one hit: a double. Smith also reached on a hit-by-pitch.
Matt Mackey had a day at the plate going 2-4 as the DH. Mackey accounted for one RBI, recorded a run and a walk.
Dane Toppel roped a double and recorded a RBI. Toppel also managed a run on the day.
Trey Sweeney continues his hitting streak as it reaches 13 in a row. Sweeney accounted for three runs and went 1-3 with a walk.
Keith Kerrigan recorded a hit, a RBI, a walk and a run in his day at the plate.
