Illinois State 7, at Western Illinois 1

MACOMB, Ill. (Interstat) — The Illinois State Redbirds capitalized on early opportunities and broke open a tight game with a three-run sixth inning to defeat the Western Illinois Leathernecks 7-1 on Friday, securing a series-opening victory. Facing Western Illinois starter William Humphrey, the Redbirds (11-7) struck quickly. Leadoff hitter Camden Karczewski singled and advanced to second on a fielding error by right fielder Tyler Large. Two batters later, Luke Stulga drove him in with a double to right field, giving Illinois State a 1-0 lead in the first inning. The Redbirds added two more in the second, both aided by… Read more...