Posted By: Simon Elfrink
May 14, 2021
Simon Elfrink
selfrink@murraystate.edu
Murray State baseball finished the last game of a five-game homestand with yet another walk-off win at Johnny Reagan Field. The Racers managed to outlast Southern Illinois University in an 11-inning contest that resulted in a 5-4 victory for the Racers.
The Salukis bested Murray State earlier on in the season and came to Reagan Field 33-14 on the season. However, some key bullpen pitching and timely hitting helped the Racers secure the win and equalize the season series against SIU.
“You never get tired of winning,” said Head Coach Dan Skirka. “And those are sweet. The guys fought. We were down early, came back and just had some really clutch performances. A couple guys out of the bullpen were lights-out.”
Simon Elfrink Sports Editor selfrink@murraystate.edu After a three-game sweep against EKU over Alumni Weekend, Murray State baseball took a solitary loss against Southern Illinois University on Tuesday, April 27. Head Coach Dan Skirka put redshirt junior right-hander Quinton Kujawa on the mound to start the game. Kujawa had only pitched…
Ryan Perkins becomes sixth player to reach 200 games, 200 hits
Posted By: Simon Elfrink
April 28, 2021
Simon Elfrink
selfrink@murraystate.edu
Senior left fielder Ryan Perkins joined an exclusive club in Racer baseball history on Friday, April 9, when he hit his 200th career hit against SEMO to become the sixth player in Murray State baseball history to record 200 games and 200 hits.
“It’s just an honor to be a part of that selection,” Perkins said. “I had the honor to play with a couple of those guys so just to think about what they have done in their career, it’s just really special to be a part of.”
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