
UCLA Stuns Purdue with Walk‑Off Sacrifice Fly to Advance in Big Ten Tournament
UCLA’s late rally, fueled by key hits and solid relief pitching, propels the Bruins into a semifinal showdown with USC.
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UCLA’s late rally, fueled by key hits and solid relief pitching, propels the Bruins into a semifinal showdown with USC.

UCLA rallied from an early deficit to defeat Purdue 4-3, highlighted by Mulivai Levu's game-winning sacrifice fly in the ninth inning.

UCLA’s Bruins secured a 4‑3 win over Purdue on May 22, 2026, highlighted by Brandon Rogers’ home run, Easton Hawk’s dominant pitching, and a clutch error by the Boilermakers’ catcher.
Purdue’s 3-1 victory over Illinois in the Big Ten Tournament kept its postseason hopes alive, highlighted by Eli Anderson’s two-run single in the eighth and Jake Kramer’s ninth-inning save.
The Boilermakers enter the Big Ten Tournament with a 35‑18 record, opening against Michigan State at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha. A deep lineup led by Brandon Rogers and Sam Flores aims to translate regular‑season success into a championship run.

The latest batch of Big Ten baseball weekly awards highlights top pitchers, fielders and batters, reflecting the conference’s deep talent pool and the influence of national polling agencies.

The Big Ten has recognized a series of standout performances across its member schools, highlighting pitchers, position players and freshmen who have excelled in weekly competitions.