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Oregon Ducks Dominate Yale 14-2 in NCAA Regional Opener
Oregon’s Naulivou Lauaki Jr., center right, celebrates a home run as the Oregon Ducks host the USC Trojans on May 14, 2026, in Eugene, Oregon.
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The Oregon Ducks secured a commanding 14-2 victory over Yale in the opening game of the Eugene Regional, showcasing strong performances from players like Naulivou Lauaki Jr. and Angel Laya. With this win, Oregon advances to the winners bracket, while Yale faces elimination against Oregon State tomorrow.
- 01Oregon scored 14 runs, with Naulivou Lauaki Jr. hitting a pivotal three-run home run.
- 02Angel Laya, a record-breaking freshman, contributed significantly with multiple hits.
- 03Oregon's pitching staff, including Collin Clarke and Toby Twist, managed to control Yale's offense after a shaky start.
- 04Yale's two runs came from a two-run home run by Brady Ruiz-Weiss in the sixth inning.
- 05Oregon will face Oregon State in an elimination game for both teams tomorrow at 1 PM PST.
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In a decisive performance, the Oregon Ducks defeated Yale 14-2 in the opening game of the NCAA Eugene Regional. Oregon jumped to an early lead, scoring three runs in the first inning, highlighted by a double from Brayden Jaksa and a hit by Naulivou Lauaki Jr. The Ducks continued to build their lead, scoring six runs by the fifth inning. Yale managed to score their first runs in the sixth with a two-run homer from Brady Ruiz-Weiss, but Oregon responded with a powerful eighth inning, including Lauaki Jr.'s three-run homer that capped off a dominant performance. The Ducks' pitching staff effectively shut down Yale's offense, allowing only four hits through the first five innings. With this victory, Oregon moves to the winners bracket, while Yale prepares for a critical elimination game against Oregon State tomorrow at 1 PM PST.
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Oregon's victory boosts their chances in the NCAA tournament, while Yale faces elimination, affecting local sports fans and communities.
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