The Miami Hurricanes put on a hitting clinic in their doubleheader sweep against Lafayette, taking both games with commanding scores of 14-4 and 14-3. Dylan Dubovik was the star of the show, belting two home runs, including a grand slam in the second game, showcasing the kind of power that makes pitchers nervous.
In the first game, Cian Copeland and Daniel Cuvet each launched home runs, contributing to the Hurricanes' impressive tally of 22 hits on the day. Rob Evans took the mound and delivered a solid performance, allowing four runs over five innings and striking out 10, setting the tone for Miami’s dominance.
The Hurricanes wasted no time, jumping to a six-run lead in the first inning of game one, thanks to Copeland's three-run shot. Lafayette tried to claw back with a four-run third inning, narrowing the gap to 7-4. However, Miami responded with authority, as Alex Sosa's three-run double highlighted a five-run surge that put the game out of reach.
Cuvet added the finishing touch with his third homer of the season, sealing the victory.
In game two, Miami continued their offensive onslaught, with Dubovik’s grand slam punctuating a five-run second inning. Alonzo Alvarez kept the momentum going with a two-run triple in the third, followed by Dubovik's second homer, giving Miami a commanding 9-0 lead. Dubovik’s performance was a testament to his growing reputation as a power hitter, marking his third home run of the season.
On the mound, Lazaro Collera was untouchable, tossing five scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts. He allowed just one hit and two walks, keeping Lafayette's bats silent and securing the win.
The Hurricanes are now 8-0, showcasing a blend of explosive offense and dominant pitching that makes them a formidable force early in the season. They’ll look to continue their winning streak in the series finale on Sunday.