Live NCAA Regional Updates: Columbia vs. Miami in Hattiesburg Regional
Bottom:
Top: As of now, no one is warming up in the bullpen, so Hugus might go the complete game again. Another good inning for the second-team All-ACC pitcher.
6th Inning:
Bottom: The Canes didn't get anything this inning but it is a good sign that the bottom two on of the lineup are getting some hits and building confidence.
Top: Hugus had the best frame of the night. He is up five strikeouts on the game and is starting to control the plate.
5th Inning
Miami 8, Columbia 1
Bottom: This looks like the Miami Hurricanes of old. The Hurricanes are blasting the Lions as another home run comes from senior Dorian Gonzalez Jr, bringing in three runs.
Miami 4, Columbia 1
Top: It's been a slow night for Hugus. He gives up a homerun but gets his second strikeout of the game.
4th Inning:
Bottom: The Hurricanes are still getting on base but have not been able to drive in some runs like they did in the first.
Top: Hugus is not in the form that saw him end up being fifth in the ACC in strikeouts. A lot of hits won't be rewarded because of the Canes' defense.
3rd Inning
Bottom: The Hurricanes had a decent time at bat but after Peralta jumped the gun, they leave some runs on the board.
Top: Griffin is allowing a few hits but he gets a strikeout to end the frame for the Canes.
2nd Inning
Miami 4, Columbia 0
Bottom: The Hurricanes made it look easy. 5 quick hits and four runs for the Hurricanes. Easy work as they look to continue.
Top: Hugus only allows one on base, but with a great defense behind him, the Hurricanes get the Lions out.
1st Inning:
PREGAME:
Miami Starting Lineup | Columbia Starting Lineup |
|---|---|
Jake Ogden | Hunter Snyder |
Max Glavin | Sam Miller |
Daniel Cuvet | Griffin Palfrey |
Dorian Gonzalez Jr. | Anton Lazits |
Derek Williams - Returning | Cole Fellows |
Renzo Gonzalez | Jack Kail |
Tanner Smith | Skye Selinsky |
Fabio Peralta | Tate Vogler |
Michael Torres | Owen Estabrook |
Pitcher: Griffin Hugus | Pitcher: Thomas Santana |
The Miami Hurricanes have the odds in their favor in the Hattiesburg regional after a massive first win against Alabama to start their postseason. Now they will face a hot Columbia team with a chip on their shoulder. Both programs have a lot to prove, but the Hurricanes might have the advantage against the Ivy League champions.
The Hurricanes took a gamble yesterday against Bama. Instead of throwing their ace, Griffin Hugus, star freshman AJ Ciscar got the call and delivered. Now it's Hugus's time to be on the mound and light it up.
However, the production that the Lions saw last night against Southern Miss should be a concern. The entire lineup was able to hit and perform last night, even without the Golden Eagles' best pitcher on the mound. They have confidence in their abilities and will try to do the unthinkable again, similar to what they did in the Coral Gables regional exactly 10 years ago.
How To Watch: No. 2 Alabama vs. No. 3 Miami
What: University of Miami Hurricanes vs. the University of Alabama
When: Saturday, May 31
Time: 9:00 PM EST
Where: Pete Taylor Park, Hattiesburg, Miss.
TV: N/A
Live Stream: ESPN+
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