Lichtenberger’s Big Night Leads Clemson Past The Citadel

CHARLESTON, S.C. — Tyler Lichtenberger had a career night at the plate, helping No. 19 Clemson knock off The Citadel 9-3 on Wednesday night at Riley Park in Charleston.

Lichtenberger went 3-for-5 at the plate with a career high five RBI for the Tigers (18-4), all of which came with two outs. The three hits also tied a career high set while he was at App State last season. Jarren Purify and Bryce Clavon both had multi-hit games, while Purify and Nate Savoie each had an RBI.

Eston Simpson struck out four across two-plus innings of work, while allowing two runs (one earned) in picking up the win (4-1). Arison Veasey and Brendon Bennett each pitched two innings of relief, while Landon Fowler and…