Toledo’s Mud Hens Soar to Sweep over Columbus

Toledo’s Mud Hens Soar to Sweep over ColumbusToledo’s Mud Hens Soar to Sweep over Columbus In a dominating performance, the Toledo Mud Hens earned a resounding 3-0 sweep over the Columbus Clippers in a three-game series that concluded on Sunday. Game 1: Mud Hens 7, Clippers 4 Toledo jumped out to an early lead with a three-run home run by Parker Meadows in the first inning. The Mud Hens added two more runs in the third inning and never looked back. Rony Garcia pitched 6.2 strong innings, allowing only four runs, and the bullpen held Columbus scoreless the rest of the way. Game 2: Mud Hens 9, Clippers 1 The Mud Hens exploded for nine runs in the fourth inning of Game 2, powering their way to a convincing victory. Daz Cameron led the way with a three-run homer, and Josh Lester added a two-run double. Starter Matt Manning tossed 5.1 innings, allowing just the one run, and the Toledo bullpen again shut down the Clippers offense. Game 3: Mud Hens 5, Clippers 3 Toledo sealed the sweep with a 5-3 win in the series finale. The Mud Hens scored two runs in the first inning and three more in the fourth, building a comfortable lead. Starting pitcher Drew Hutchison allowed only two runs in six innings, and the bullpen held firm to secure the victory. The sweep marks a significant moment for the Mud Hens, who have now won eight consecutive games and improved their overall record to 18-19. The team is playing with renewed confidence and optimism, and this latest success bodes well for their chances of making a deep run in the Minor League Baseball playoffs. Columbus, on the other hand, has struggled of late, dropping four of their last five games and falling to 15-22 on the season. The Clippers will look to regroup and bounce back when they face the Louisville Bats in their next series.