CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Interstat) — The Illinois Fighting Illini stormed back from a six-run deficit to defeat the Lindenwood Lions 13-9 in a nonconference baseball game Wednesday evening at Illinois Field.

Lindenwood built a 9-1 lead, highlighted by a three-run homer from shortstop Charlie Isom-McCall, who finished with four RBIs. Illinois erupted for eight runs in the fourth and fifth innings, keyed by a two-run homer from center fielder Collin Jennings and a three-run blast from catcher Will Johannes. Relievers Richie LaCien and Sam Mommer combined for four scoreless innings to secure the win.

Both teams moved to 4-4 overall.