Pitching Powers UE Past Butler, 4-1

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Four University of Evansville pitchers combined on a two-hitter on Wednesday night, as the host Purple Aces cruised past the visiting Butler Bulldogs, 4-1, at German American Bank Field at Charles H. Braun Stadium in Evansville.

"Tonight was another great effort on the mound in a mid-week game," said UE head coach Wes Carroll. "Tyler Denu had multiple pitches working tonight, which was great to see. John MacCauley had to deal with some emotions, but handled it well, and didn't give up a run or hit in three innings.

"We are ready to hop on the bus and head to Illinois State this weekend."

Denu set the tone for the evening in the first inning, as he struck out two in a…