Bowman’s 9 RBIs Power Chippewas to Rout of Rockets

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. (Interstat) — Harrison Bowman drove in nine runs, including a decisive grand slam, as Central Michigan pounded Toledo 18-7 in a Saturday evening baseball game.

The Chippewas (8-11) avenged a loss from Friday, erupting for 21 hits. Bowman went 4 for 5 with a double and his eighth-inning slam. Logan Keilen added three RBIs.

Toledo (10-10) led 7-1 early but its pitching faltered. Deron Swanson took the loss, allowing three earned runs over five innings. The Rockets managed 11 hits, with Cade Baker and Troy Sudbrook each driving in a run.

Central Michigan starter Tyson Potts earned the win, allowing four earned runs over six innings. The teams conclude their series Sunday.