The Rhodes College baseball team continued its strong start to the season, going 3-1 across a four-game stretch that featured an offensive outburst and a dominant shutout on the mound.

Game 1 Recap: Rhodes vs. DePauw University

Rhodes opened out the weekend with a 7-5 setback to DePauw University, as the Lynx were unable to overcome a strong Tiger offense. Rhodes saw contributions throughout the lineup, with multiple players recording hits and driving in runs to keep the game within reach. A late push trimmed the deficit, but timely pitching from the Tigers halted the comeback attempt.

Key Performances

Myles Kruger led the offense for the Lynx, going 2-for-3 with a walk. Cooper Angilly and Jace Trozzo also had great contributions at the plate, both going 2-for-4. On the mound, Ed Anglin battled through four innings, but couldn't contain DePauw's timely hitting. The loss snapped the Lynx's momentum from earlier in the series, serving as a learning opportunity as the team looks to rebound in its next outing.

Game 2 Recap: Rhodes vs. Illinois Wesleyan

Rhodes wasted no time setting the tone in Saturday's game, erupting for 11 runs in the second inning, leading to an 18-6 victory over Illinois Wesleyan.

Key Performances

Ben Daniel, Jace Trozzo, and Clay Richardson set the tone at the plate, each turning in perfect 2-for-2 performances as Rhodes piled up 17 hits on the day. Daniel sparked the offensive surge with three runs scored, a home run, and multiple RBIs, while Richardson and Trozzo consistently kept innings alive with their multi-hit efforts. Corbin Martens added three RBIs, and Brandon Trichell drove in two more to round out the production. The Lynx showcased their power throughout the lineup, launching four home runs in the victory, courtesy of Daniel, Cooper Angilly, Martens, and Trichell, fueling one of the team's most explosive offensive performances of the season. On the mound, Reid Manti earned the win, tossing five innings and allowing just two runs while striking out two. Despite a four-run sixth from Illinois Wesleyan, the early offensive cushion proved more than enough as Rhodes improved to 6-2.

Game 3: Rhodes vs. DePauw University

Rhodes followed its offensive showcase with a pitching clinic in a 6-0 shutout over DePauw on Sunday morning.

Key Performances

Trozzo continued to dominate offensively going 2-for-3 with three RBIs. Austin Smith also contributed offensively with a double and two RBIs. Ben Daniel delivered a dominant performance on the mound, throwing six scoreless innings and allowing just one hit while striking out four. David Albert closed the door with three scoreless frames to secure the combined two-hit shutout.
Despite tallying just five hits, Rhodes made them count, pairing timely hitting with clean defense to move to 7-2.

Game 4: Rhodes vs. Illinois Wesleyan

In the weekend finale, Rhodes erased an early deficit to secure a 6-4 win over Illinois Wesleyan.

Key Performances

Ben Daniel paced the Lynx at the plate, going 3-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored to anchor the offense. Brad Larson and Jace Trozzo each turned in 2-for-4 performances, helping Rhodes sustain pressure throughout the lineup and keep the Trojans within reach but unable to reclaim momentum. On the mound, Will May delivered a steady performance in relief, earning the win after 4.2 strong innings in which he allowed just one run. Andrew Carron closed the door with two scoreless frames, securing the final six outs to lock down the 6-4 victory.
Across the four games, Rhodes showcased both explosive offense and lockdown pitching. With momentum building early in the season, the Lynx look poised to carry their balanced attack into the next stretch of competition.

Up Next: Rhodes vs. Grinnell College 
Rhodes remains in Memphis next weekend looking to build on its strong early-season momentum. After an explosive offensive showing and a dominant performance on the mound, the Lynx will aim to continue to carry the energy on their home field and continue setting the tone in front of their home crowd. The Lynx will take on the Grinnell College Pioneers on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday at 12:00 p.m.