Story by Narrative Science.

The Auburn Wildcats (16-6) shut the door early on the Nevada Big Horns (3-17), capturing an 11-2 victory on Thursday at James Field.

Five runs in the first three innings allowed the Auburn Wildcats to put the game away early.

An error in the first inning supplied the early offense for the Auburn Wildcats.

Michael Durham had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He doubled in the first inning, singled in the third inning, and homered in the fourth innings.

Shane Martin improved to 2-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Auburn Wildcats. He allowed two runs over six innings. He struck out two, walked four and surrendered five hits.

Sean Sweeney (0-5) was the game's losing pitcher. He allowed nine runs in four innings, walked two and struck out five.

Joey Havrilak, Durham, Tyler Bento and Reid Clary helped lead the Auburn Wildcats. They combined for nine hits and six RBIs.