Akron 3, at North Carolina State 18

RALEIGH, N.C. (Interstat) — The North Carolina State Wolfpack turned a tight early contest into a midweek rout, exploding for 14 runs over the middle innings to defeat the Akron Zips 18-3 in nonconference baseball action Wednesday evening at Doak Field. The game’s pivotal shift came in the bottom of the third inning, with the Wolfpack clinging to a 4-3 lead. After Akron starter Jeremiah Newman was relieved by Taylor Bednar, North Carolina State’s offense ignited. The Wolfpack sent 10 batters to the plate, capitalizing on walks, timely hitting and aggressive baserunning to score four runs and break the game… Read more...