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The Lobos look on en route to a 33-8 loss to Dallas Baptist on March 5, 2016 at Santa Ana Star Field. UNM lost its second straight game against Arizona State in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, guaranteeing a series loss for the first time since being swept by Dallas Baptist.

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Baseball: Career day hindered in series loss

Liam Cary-Eaves | May 1

The Lobos have dropped a game here and there, which is expected during the course of a long season. But forgoing a series has been a rarity. For just the second time all season, the Lobos faltered a three-game matchup with an opponent. Saturday’s 7-4 loss to ASU guaranteed their first series loss since UNM played Dallas Baptist in early March. Despite the loss, senior right hander Taylor Duree joined the UNM record books with his 76th career appearance, more than any other pitcher in New Mexico history.

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Baseball: Rough start on the hill hinders UNM in ASU opener

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 30

UNM left Carson Schneider’s rough start on the hill plagued UNM in a 9-5 loss in the series’ opener against Arizona State on Friday night. The Sun Devils jumped all over the 6-foot-3-inch lefty in the first two innings, plating six to get put the Lobos in a big hole early on.

Sophomore Carl Stajduhar slides into second base Tuesday night at Santa Ana Star Field against the NMSU Aggies. UNM finished the evening by beating NMSU 10-4.

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Baseball: Lobos rout NMSU 10-4

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 26

The Lobos now control the fate of the Rio Grande Rivalry. Following Tuesday night’s 10-4 rout over their in-state rivals, UNM (30-13, 16-5 MW) now holds a 2-1 advantage over NMSU on the 2016 campaign.

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Baseball: UNM falls in series finale

Isabel Gonzalez | April 25

Head coach Ray Birmingham had a bad feeling about Sunday’s game as soon as he showed up that morning. He said he got to the field at 8 a.m.

Junior catcher Christ Devito bats against a San Diego State pitcher Saturday afternoon. The Lobos beat the Aztecs 13-7.

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Baseball: Monster second inning gives UNM series over Aztecs

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 23

New Mexico took Game 2 against San Diego State University 13-7 Saturday afternoon to clinch the weekend series against the Aztecs.

Freshman right handed pitcher Christian Tripp pitches the ball against the Aztecs during a rainy game Friday night at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos won at the beginning of the 9th inning 10-5.

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Baseball: Birmingham hits milestone, Lobos keep rolling

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 23

New Mexico head coach Ray Birmingham has yet another accolade to place on his mantle following UNM’s 10-5 win over San Diego State on Friday night. Birmingham now has 300 wins while at the helm of New Mexico’s baseball program.

The Lobos congregate at the pitcher's mound Tuesday afternoon at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos lost to the Red Raiders 7-4 Tuesday afternoon but rebounded to beat them with a walk-off on Wednesday afternoon, ending the game 6-5.

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Baseball: Lobos split two-game set with Red Raiders

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 20

Late game doubles from the bottom half of the lineup fueled New Mexico in a 6-5 win over No. 7 Texas Tech on Wednesday afternoon. While the bullpen was dominant in the final contest of the two-game midweek series, the Lobos’ win was highlighted in walk-off fashion. UNM’s offense was dormant for the majority of the contest, but thanks to clutch extra-base hits by pinch hitter Michael Eaton and Dalton Bowers, the Lobos were able to avoid a season sweep at the hands of the Red Raiders (30-10).

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Baseball: Lobos take series, shift focus to Raiders

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 18

New Mexico was able to salvage a Game 1 loss by taking the next two along with the series against San Jose State last weekend in California. Though the 10-3 scoreboard in the rubber match of the three-game stand indicated a blowout, the Lobo offense didn’t really get going until the late stages of Sunday afternoon’s ballgame.

Senior left hand pitcher Alex Estrella pitches against a UNLV batter Saturday April 2, 2016 at Santa Ana Star Feild. The Lobos bear San Jose State 6-2 this Saturday afternoon.

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Baseball: UNM evens series behind work on the hill

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 17

Fueled by sound pitching, New Mexico was able to even the series against San Jose State on Saturday afternoon, taking game two 6-2. The Lobos fell in a heartbreaker 9-8 in the opening game, despite tying the game up twice in the late stages of Friday night’s ballgame.

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Baseball: Late runs not enough as Lobos fall in series' opener

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 16

An eight run showing wasn’t enough support for New Mexico as the team fell to San Jose 9-8 at the start of the three-game series opener. The Spartans jumped all over Carson Schneider early, plating five runs in the game’s first three innings of play.

Senior infielder Dalton Bowers watches his home run leave the yard against Dallas Baptist on March 6, 2016 at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos beat San Francisco 12-3 on Wednesday in California to move to 24-10 on the year.

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Baseball: New Mexico records blowout for win 24 on the year

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 14

After being routed in New Mexico’s first day in California on Tuesday night, the Lobos bounced back with a 12-3 blowout over San Francisco on Wednesday. UNM had a quick start to the contest, as they plated four runs in the first inning followed by another four-spot in the top of the second. Grant Goodman had a very brief day for the Dons, only lasting one-third of an inning while allowing four runs, three of which were earned.

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Baseball: New Mexico falls 13-7 against Santa Clara

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 13

Just days after New Mexico took down Fresno State to claim the top spot in the Mountain West, UNM got off to a rough start in its trip to California on Tuesday night. In the mid-week game against Santa Clara, New Mexico starter/leadoff hitter Luis Gonzalez (2-1) ran into quite a bit of trouble early in the contest, as the club fell 13-7.

Junior pitcher Carson Schneider walks off the field after closing an inning against Fresno State Friday April 8, 2016 at Santa Ana Star Field. Schneider was named Mountain West Pitcher of the Week for his gem.

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Baseball: DeVito and Schneider sweep Mountain West weekly accolades

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 11

When two teams are locked up in a first place showdown mid-season, it is normally a time for big-time players to shine. This week, two New Mexico players received all-conference honors for their performances, which contributed to a sweep over Fresno State last weekend.

Senior infielder Jared Holley attempts to steal third base Sunday afternoon at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos swept Fresno State this weekend, winning all three of their games.

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Baseball: Brooms were out as Lobos command first in Mountain West

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 11

Fresno State has not enjoyed much success in Albuquerque. The Bulldogs are now just 1-14 when playing UNM on its home turf following Sunday’s 7-4 loss to the Lobos. “Fresno hates to come here,” head coach Ray Birmingham said.

Lobos junior pitcher Carson Schneider embraces senior pitcher Alex Estrella as rain falls at Santa Ana Star Field Friday night. UNM has taken the first two games of the series and will go for the sweep against Fresno State Sunday.

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Baseball: Extra inning showing ends in walkoff fashion for Lobos

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 10

A late comeback, extra innings and a wild finish garnered a series win for New Mexico during Saturday afternoon’s 14-13 win over Fresno State. Unlike the opening game of UNM’s three-game home stand, the game went to the offensive side as the Lobos homered six times and collected 11 extra-base hits during Saturday’s four-hour and one-minute contest. The Bulldogs collected five extra-base hits on the day to put up their 13 runs.

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Baseball: New Mexico takes game one and a MW lead

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 9

New Mexico took sole possession of first place in the Mountain West after Friday night’s 2-1 victory over Fresno State. However, that doesn’t mean much as the Bulldogs will remain in town for the weekend with the intent to surpass UNM. Before first pitching Saturday, the Lobos will be able to enjoy first place thanks to starting pitcher Carson Schneider's gem on Friday.

Senior Dalton Bowers lays down a bunt against UNLV on Saturday at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos will play Fresno State this weekend in Albuquerque in a three game series.

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Baseball: First place on the line in New Mexico - Fresno showdown

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 7

There is plenty at stake this weekend as New Mexico and Fresno State prepare to do battle for the top spot in the Mountain West. Head coach Ray Birmingham is not shying away from the major implications of this weekend’s three game home-stand against the Bulldogs. “We haven’t played our best baseball yet,” Birmingham said. “We’re waiting for that to click.”

Junior Carson Shnieder pitches against a UNLV batter Friday April 1, 2016 at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos won 3-2 against NMSU on Tuesday night in Roswell, New Mexico.

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Baseball: Gonzalez's gem and DeVito's clutch hitting pushes Lobos past Aggies

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 6

It wasn’t the high scoring affair UNM has gotten accustomed to, but the Lobos still walked out of Roswell, New Mexico with a 3-2 win over NMSU at the neutral site. Junior catcher Chris DeVito played hero for New Mexico with a two-out RBI base hit to even the series up at 1-1 against the in-state-rival Aggies (17-12).

Junior Chris Devito slides into third base Sunday afternoon at Santa Ana Star Field. The Lobos lost their final game against UNLV 6-5 after winning the first two.

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Baseball: Bullpen squanders New Mexico's hope for sweep

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 4

A late blown lead barred New Mexico from completing a sweep against UNLV in a tight 6-5 loss on Sunday afternoon. The Lobos again received a quality performance from its starting pitching, but a rough eighth inning prevented UNM from winning the third and final game against UNLV (10-17, 4-8 MW).

Lobos infielder Dalton Bowers throws to first for the out Saturday afternoon at Santa Ana Star Field. New Mexico beat UNLV 10-5 to move to 19-8 on the year and will go for the sweep on Sunday afternoon.

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Baseball: Offense fuels New Mexico to take series against UNLV

Liam Cary-Eaves | April 3

New Mexico continued its hot play in a 10-5 win against UNLV on Saturday afternoon. Playing to the script of Friday night’s affair, the Rebels took an early lead, but only briefly. It was New Mexico’s scorching bats that came back to defend its starting pitching.