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Redbirds Sweep DH in Home Opener versus Central Michigan

NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State baseball team swept Central Michigan in the home opener at Duffy Bass Field Saturday afternoon. The Redbirds defeated the Chippewas 7-2 in game one and 5-4 in game two.

Redbird Performers Game 1

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Scoring Breakdown:

  • The Redbirds got on the scoreboard first, as Joe Aeilts drove in John Rave on a sacrifice fly to give ISU a 1-0 lead after the first inning of play.