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Southern Illinois rallied after an early homer from Evansville, using timely hitting and a dominant pitching performance to secure the opening game of the 2026 MVC Baseball Championship.
The University of Evansville baseball team opened the MVC Tournament with an 8‑4 loss to Southern Illinois after squandering a 2‑1 lead. Key performances included Reid Haire’s 2‑run homer and Cooper Rhodes’ doubles, but the Aces will face the loser of the Illinois State vs. Murray State match in an elimination game tomorrow.
A late‑inning surge featuring multiple home runs and clutch singles propelled the team to a decisive win.
The University of Evansville baseball team opened its series against Murray State with a 10‑6 win, driven by Reagan Reeder's triple, home run and four RBIs and a dominant relief effort from Kevin Reed.