The Ohio State softball team used a banner day from slugger Sam Hackenbracht to beat the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the first round of the Big Ten softball tournament Wednesday and now face the challenge of going against a very good No. 3 seed Minnesota on Thursday to try and stay alive in the conference tourney.

OSU did not fare well in three games against the Golden Gophers this season, dropping all three at home and being outscored by a 24-7 margin.

Still, they have to play the games and Ohio State has the offense to go toe-to-toe with the best teams in the conference when on its game. We’ll find out today if the Buckeyes have what it takes.

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If you are interested in finding the game and following the action, we have all the details you need to know to tune in below.

Basic info

When: Thursday, May 11, at 12:00 p.m. ET

Where: Eichelberger Field (Urbana, Illinois)

How to watch/stream/listen:

Broadcast: Big Ten Network

Live Stream: fuboTV (watch here)

More!

2023 Big Ten softball tournament bracket

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