Conference struggles continue for Mizzou baseball in run-rule loss to Texas
- Texas defeated Mizzou 15-4 in seven innings at Taylor Stadium in the first game of their three-game series.
- The Longhorns, boasting a 21-3 record and 6-1 in the Southeastern Conference, showcased a dominant offense, while the Tigers, with a 9-15 overall record and 0-7 in conference play, struggled with pitching.
- Texas' offense exploded with 15 runs in the first five innings, highlighted by a seven-run third inning and three more in the fourth, while sophomore center fielder Will Gasparino contributed significantly with two three-run home runs and eight RBI.
- Mizzou coach Kerrick Jackson acknowledged the team's struggles, stating, "It was another game to forget for Missouri's pitching staff," while also expressing belief in the program's potential, adding, "There's some real good upside still in the program."
- Mizzou's pitching woes were exemplified by Ian Lohse's early exit due to injury after allowing five earned runs, followed by Seth McCartney surrendering six more, while senior Cayden Nicoletto provided a relatively more effective outing, and the team prepared for a Saturday doubleheader against Texas at Taylor Stadium.
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