Coming into the final series of the Big Ten season, there was a lot on the line for Purdue, and basically some payback and securing a seed for Nebraska. As it shook out today, Nebraska prevailed 6-4, running their record to 31-21-1 on the season, and 8-1 all time on Purdue’s Alexander Field. In addition, the Boilermaker tarp was used effectively when it rained after the conclusion of Friday’s game in order to have the field in great playing condition on a beautiful day for baseball in Indiana.
After two, quick scoreless innings, Nebraska struck first in the top of the third inning when centerfielder Luke Sartori opened the inning with a walk from Purdue starter Jonathan Blackwell.