Nebraska softball dominates Minnesota with two run-rules in series sweep

The Huskers outscored their opponents 55-6 over their last two series, cementing their lead atop the Big Ten standings.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 7:22pm

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A cubist, geometric painting featuring overlapping planes of red, white, and black, capturing the dynamic energy and movement of a Nebraska softball game.Nebraska softball's explosive offensive performance and dominant pitching propel the team to a series sweep over Minnesota, cementing their place atop the Big Ten standings.Minneapolis Today

Nebraska softball (36-6, 17-1) completed a three-game series sweep of Minnesota (14-20, 6-12), winning the first game 4-0 behind a complete game shutout from Jordy Frahm, the second game 17-2 in a run-rule victory, and the third game 11-2 in another run-rule win. The Huskers' offense was dominant, recording 37 hits, 32 runs, and a .407 batting average over the series.

Why it matters

Nebraska's series sweep over Minnesota extends their lead atop the Big Ten standings, as they now hold a 17-1 conference record. With Iowa and Penn State left on the schedule, the Huskers are in a strong position to claim the Big Ten regular season championship.

The details

In the series opener, center fielder Hannah Coor hit a home run to give Nebraska a 1-0 lead, and Frahm added an RBI single in the second inning. Frahm pitched a complete game shutout, giving up six hits and striking out six. On Saturday, Nebraska's offense exploded for 17 runs in a 5-inning run-rule victory. Jesse Farrell hit a grand slam in the fifth inning, and Coor had a grand slam in the fourth. In the series finale, Farrell hit two home runs and drove in three RBIs as the Huskers won 11-2 in six innings.

  • On April 19, 2026, Nebraska softball completed its three-game series sweep of Minnesota.
  • The Huskers won the first game 4-0 on April 18, 2026.
  • Nebraska won the second game 17-2 in five innings on April 19, 2026.
  • The Huskers won the third game 11-2 in six innings on April 20, 2026.

The players

Jordy Frahm

Nebraska pitcher who pitched a complete game shutout in the series opener.

Hannah Coor

Nebraska center fielder who hit a home run in the first game and a grand slam in the second game of the series.

Jesse Farrell

Nebraska player who hit two home runs, including a grand slam, and drove in seven RBIs over the three-game series.

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What’s next

With Iowa and Penn State left on the schedule, Nebraska is in a great spot to be the Big Ten regular season champions.

The takeaway

Nebraska softball's dominant series sweep of Minnesota, outscoring their opponents 55-6 over their last two series, has cemented their position as the top team in the Big Ten standings. The Huskers' offense, led by standout performances from players like Hannah Coor, Jesse Farrell, and Jordy Frahm, has been firing on all cylinders and has the team poised for a potential Big Ten title.