After riding the offense much of the season, the UK baseball team used a mix of offense and pitching while taking the second game and the series against Ole Miss tonight.

The Cats downed the Rebels 9-0, sealing the series and pretty much securing a place in the SEC tournament. The Cats currently have a 16-13 conference record.

The Cats were led by pitcher James Paxton, who pitched a complete game shut out and at the plate by Sawyer Carroll who went 2-for-3 with 2 runs and 2 RBI’s. Carroll now holds the all-time season RBI record with 77 RBIs so far this season. Brian Spear also helped the Cats at the plate, plating 3 RBIs.

The Cats will wrap up the regular season with game three of the Ole Miss series tomorrow at 1 p.m. Tomorrow is Armed Services day.

Powered by senior Sawyer Carroll, the UK baseball team roared out and took game one against Ole Miss tonight.

Carroll went 4-for-5, including six RBIs to lead UK in their 12-4 win. James Paxton will get the start for the Cats tomorrow on Senior Night.

Chris Rusin gave up three runs while getting the win. Overall, it was a strong day at the plate for the Bat Cats.

First pitch is again at 6:30 pm at Cliff Hagan Stadium.