Charlotte Baseball secured an 8-2 victory over Memphis on Friday night at Hayes Stadium, a performance that combined timely hitting with a dominant pitching display.
A decisive victory
The breakthrough came in the sixth inning when Todd Hudson launched a go‑ahead home run, the only extra‑base hit of the night for the 49ers, shifting momentum decisively in Charlotte’s favor.
Charlotte added six insurance runs in the seventh, capitalizing on the lead to pull away comfortably. Pitcher Eddie Copper was stellar, limiting Memphis to two hits and a single run while striking out six batters over 5.2 innings.
Veteran right‑hander David Case also turned in a quality start, surrendering only two unearned runs on two hits and recording six punchouts, though he ultimately took a loss.
Joseph Taylor earned his team‑leading seventh win of the season, underscoring his reliability in the rotation.
Streaks and supporting cast
The offensive output was anchored by eight hits, with streaks extending for several players. Cody Gunderson kept his career‑long hitting streak alive at 19 games, while Alec DeMartino pushed his own streak to double digits at ten.
Memphis threatened in the final inning, but reliever Chase Carson shut the door, preserving the lead.
What’s next for the 49ers?
Looking ahead, Charlotte will meet Memphis again on Saturday in the rubber match that could determine their postseason fate. The game also coincides with Senior Day, a celebration honoring 14 players and five student support staff members.
With the series on the line, the 49ers aim to translate their recent momentum into a strong finish and a berth in the next round of competition.