Zach Rhodes, Middle Tennessee Athletic Communications
HOUSTON, Texas – Cody Puckett's brilliance on the mound and a balanced offensive attack sparked Middle Tennessee in its dominating 11-1 win over Rice Saturday afternoon at Reckling Park.
The Blue Raiders (22-28, 8-18) dominated the Owls (23-28, 13-13) in all aspects of the game from the start.
Puckett (3-4) was carving up the Owls from the start, tying a career-high throwing seven scoreless innings. The southpaw only allowed four hits and two walks, while striking out eight in his best outing of the season.
"Cody (Puckett) was huge for us today," said Head Coach Jim McGuire.