April 18, 2001 - Kalamazoo College vs. Concordia College

KALAMAZOO - Kalamazoo ended a seven-game losing streak with an 11-0 win over Concordia College Wednesday afternoon. Jim Hurd hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the seventh inning to enact the mercy rule and end the game.

Zach Burton and Ben Tucker combined for the shutout. Burton (2-2) pitched six innings and scattered three hits while striking out eight and walking only two. Tucker pitched the seventh inning and struck out two batters.

Pat Ellis was 3-for-4 with three runs scored. Aaron Thornburg was 2-for-4 with three runs scored and two RBIs. Seven other players had a hit apiece.

Kalamazoo is now 5-14 on the season. The Hornets return to action this Friday and Saturday when they host MIAA rival Calvin College.

Kalamazoo 11, Concordia 0 - Box Score

Updated: 4/18/01