In a crucial Big Ten series between two teams fighting for their postseason lives, Maryland’s offense put pressure on Minnesota early.
Sophomore Brayden Martin led the game off with a single, and Chris Hacopian brought them home a few pitches later with a two-run shot to put the Terps on top.
Maryland never relinquished its first-inning lead, defeating Minnesota 8-2 to pass the Golden Gophers in the Big Ten standings.
Maryland’s (24-27, 9-16 Big Ten) ace Kyle McCoy made his usual Friday start. The redshirt sophomore only allowed two runs, but it was far from an easy outing.