WAUSAU, WI (WSAU)- For the first time since 2023, the Woodchucks will not be playing in the postseason, following an 8-7 loss at home Friday night to the Minnesota Mud Puppies, and results elsewhere going against Wausau in the playoff race.
Wausau’s defeat and Lakeshore’s walk-off victory over the Rockford Rivets confirmed the Chinooks as second-half Great Lakes West champions, eliminating Wausau from playoff contention on the second-to-last day of the season. The Woodchucks, despite having the best overall record in the Great Lakes West, miss out on the playoffs, with the second-best record in the division in both the first half and the second half.
Keagen Jirschele (South Dakota State) finished 2-3 with an RBI, reaching four times and scoring twice in the defeat. Joey McLaughlin (Arkansas State) also reached four times, going 1-2 and scoring two runs of his own. On the mound, Brett Foss (Arkansas State) had a stellar final outing of his collegiate career, throwing 103 pitches over seven innings, striking out eight, and walking one.
Wausau drops to 43-22 and 22-13 in the second half. Following tonight’s results, the Lakeshore Chinooks have been confirmed as 2026 Great Lakes West second-half champions.
The regular season finale is tonight against the Minnesota Mud Puppies at Athletic Park, with first pitch scheduled for 5:05 p.m. Fans are encouraged to come out and celebrate another incredibly successful summer of baseball in Wausau, and in addition, it’s Firefighter Appreciation Night! Fans can come support those who serve our community and keep us safe! Tickets are on sale at woodchucks.com and at the box office before the game.
Comments