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Nebraska Thumps UConn 12-2 in Seven to Open MLB Desert Invitational

A retooled Nebraska lineup delivered 16 hits in the showcase opener, reflecting Will Bolt’s offseason push for more offense.

Overview

  • Dylan Carey went 3-for-5 with four RBIs, ending the game with a two-run triple that triggered the seven-inning mercy rule.
  • Nebraska tallied 16 hits and 12 RBIs, with Cole Kitchens driving in three on a three-hit night and Joshua Overbeek adding three RBIs.
  • The Huskers excelled in key spots, hitting .571 with two outs and .636 with runners in scoring position.
  • Starter Ty Horn struck out six over 4.2 innings with one run allowed, Caleb Clark earned the win with 1.2 innings and three strikeouts, and Tucker Timmerman closed.
  • The game was played at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale as part of the MLB Desert Invitational, and Nebraska faces Northeastern next at 7:30 p.m. CT on MLB.com.