tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56593647019814272802024-03-18T12:27:11.219-04:00Philadelphia Baseball Review - Phillies News, Rumors and Analysis The Philadelphia Baseball Review publishes original stories, breaking news, and analysis related to the Philadelphia Phillies. The Review also covers baseball throughout the Philadelphia region. Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.comBlogger2409125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-6148911731758359302024-03-18T12:26:00.000-04:002024-03-18T12:26:39.845-04:00Malvern Prep takes top spot in Philadelphia Baseball Review High School Power Rankings<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiER6zuBBSobkQ3AYave0niUaCcA1NHZTqFgJR326bGw_IZmuwagdNR7oqibZP6HYW6pm2yFqW_fi1nj11FV2Bpz0sLPPFZw_rhLLvjqFLI9kNa7gpw6kSpZOsKfEhfsV-aXYjFGA2V51614d1F792l14HrHrOfDuvQlGyt1PYvCHWon6spGKK5_wV2xKk/s960/prep.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Malvern Prep" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiER6zuBBSobkQ3AYave0niUaCcA1NHZTqFgJR326bGw_IZmuwagdNR7oqibZP6HYW6pm2yFqW_fi1nj11FV2Bpz0sLPPFZw_rhLLvjqFLI9kNa7gpw6kSpZOsKfEhfsV-aXYjFGA2V51614d1F792l14HrHrOfDuvQlGyt1PYvCHWon6spGKK5_wV2xKk/s16000/prep.png" title="Malvern Prep" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Malvern Prep is ranked No. 1 in our High School poll. | Photo: Malvern Prep Twitter</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Collaborating closely with various local scouts and talent evaluators, the Philadelphia Baseball Review proudly presents a weekly power ranking showcasing the most formidable high school baseball programs in the region. Initially featuring five standout teams, this list will gradually expand to encompass the top 10 as the season unfolds.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>1. Malvern Prep </b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Widely regarded as the best program in Pennsylvania, the Friars will face Ridley on Wednesday before embarking on a trip to Florida that includes nine games in five days. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>2. Bonner </b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Friars open their season at the Wide World of Sports complex in Florida on Thursday. The club opens the Catholic League schedule on April 2 with a contest against Conwell-Egan. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>3. Haverford School </b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Fords beat a solid CB East team last week. The club reached the PAISSA Quarterfinals last year before falling to Penn Charter. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>4. Central Bucks West </b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Bucks were knocked out in the PIAA 6A Quarterfinals last year by Father Judge. The club opens the 2024 season on Thursday with a game against rival Central Bucks East. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>5. Father Judge </b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Crusaders won the PIAA 6A State Title last year and returned a solid core of players. The club beat up on a pair of Public League clubs prior to heading south where they've lost three straight against two clubs from North Carolina that have a combined 14-1 record. </div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-80788807384741286262024-03-17T20:43:00.017-04:002024-03-17T23:50:00.838-04:00Sunday D-II Philly College Baseball Recap: Jefferson splits doubleheader with Franklin Pierce<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAM0RYs8j-kSYkLs0fK5_4VNhMQgmaT1lk6vSAYfO37_QCrxXKEwJm2zt6K1IbSGQogF9n-HoX-eK41gEnkJryAghyphenhyphen5llLpfCtrkDf-tYJIT5-EOLDQEdkF_Ggg9AbxcGaRObQ0gkH006JUU2J0PnTIITbda0SOxeP8w_r9TNWXM8ga0XjvS0tnUhjWvg/s750/ball.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Jefferson Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="539" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAM0RYs8j-kSYkLs0fK5_4VNhMQgmaT1lk6vSAYfO37_QCrxXKEwJm2zt6K1IbSGQogF9n-HoX-eK41gEnkJryAghyphenhyphen5llLpfCtrkDf-tYJIT5-EOLDQEdkF_Ggg9AbxcGaRObQ0gkH006JUU2J0PnTIITbda0SOxeP8w_r9TNWXM8ga0XjvS0tnUhjWvg/s16000/ball.jpg" title="Jefferson Baseball" /></a></div>Jefferson (9-6) wrapped up a doubleheader showdown with Franklin Pierce University (6-7) on Sunday at Alumni Field, splitting the contests. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Rams secured a 9-3 victory in the first game, but the Ravens bounced back to claim an 8-3 win in the nightcap. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the opening contest, the Ravens seized an early lead, scoring three runs in the first inning through a fielder's choice, wild pitch, and throwing error. Jefferson responded swiftly, with Gabe Silva crossing home plate on a throwing error, followed by another run courtesy of a wild pitch. The game was knotted at 3-3 in the third inning after Justin Egner's groundout to shortstop brought home Justin Espinal. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Rams surged ahead in the fifth inning when Marquie Wood smashed a grand slam, propelling Jefferson to a 7-3 lead. Joshua Lopez's double down the left line extended the lead further, bringing Jay Kalieta and Espinal home. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Samuel Bass delivered a stellar performance on the mound, pitching a complete game with 12 strikeouts to secure the victory for Jefferson. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the second game, the Rams struck first, with Wood's single to center field driving in Joshua Lopez in the second inning. Chris McLean's homer to left field doubled Jefferson's lead to 2-0.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">However, Franklin Pierce rallied, scoring three runs in the fourth inning to take the lead. They added another run in the fifth and extended their lead with four more runs in the sixth inning, going ahead 8-2. </div><div style="text-align: left;">McLean's single to center field in the bottom of the seventh inning brought Jordan Tiburcio home, but Jefferson's efforts fell short as a ground double play ended the game with an 8-3 loss. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Looking ahead, Jefferson will kick off Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) play by visiting CACC South rival Goldey-Beacom College on Wednesday.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Scores</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Lincoln 4, Chestnut Hill 3</div><div style="text-align: left;">Lincoln 6, Chestnut Hill 5</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-66598808725536004552024-03-17T18:38:00.000-04:002024-03-17T18:38:00.212-04:00Zack Wheeler will start Opening Day for the Phillies<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ_dNYNJxmVZh0PCCtlE405nFk7PWUfKGKkqIIPotGkQqIMWpWbre9JBH2fSoKvH07cta_AFxC2oaZHesZx-DCwoGwUxLspCXdK8Iisw9Oh4VpCsefVIIBD9e90qF0McHZu7efrKhpzuWylZS8WmIQtpDSmJ61ikc6Ey8JFubQ7pic_lqFVmrr4tpzcjw/s806/wheel.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Wheeler and the Phillies" border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="806" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ_dNYNJxmVZh0PCCtlE405nFk7PWUfKGKkqIIPotGkQqIMWpWbre9JBH2fSoKvH07cta_AFxC2oaZHesZx-DCwoGwUxLspCXdK8Iisw9Oh4VpCsefVIIBD9e90qF0McHZu7efrKhpzuWylZS8WmIQtpDSmJ61ikc6Ey8JFubQ7pic_lqFVmrr4tpzcjw/s16000/wheel.png" title="Wheeler and the Phillies" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Wheeler named Opening Day starter for the Phillies. | Photo: Glen Hubbard</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>The Philadelphia Phillies have announced Zack Wheeler as the team's starter for Opening Day against the Atlanta Braves, scheduled for Thursday, March 28 at Citizens Bank Park. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">This marks Wheeler's inaugural Opening Day start in a Phillies uniform, effectively concluding fellow starting pitcher Aaron Nola's streak of six consecutive Opening Day starts. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">At the age of 34, Wheeler enters this season fresh off another dominant campaign in Philadelphia, despite the team's defeat in the National League Championship Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In a significant move earlier this March, Wheeler and the Phillies reached a notable milestone with a 3-year, $126 million contract extension. This extension boasts a $42 million annual average value (AAV), making Wheeler the highest-paid Phillie in history and setting a new benchmark for AAV in contract extensions across MLB. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Among starting pitchers, Wheeler's $42 million AAV ranks as the fourth-highest, trailing only Shohei Ohtani's $46 million and contracts signed by Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander with the New York Mets, each with a $43.3 million AAV. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Since joining the Phillies as a free agent in 2019 with a five-year, $118 million deal, Wheeler has consistently proven himself as one of baseball's premier starters.
Additionally, the Phillies secured Nola to a seven-year contract extension this offseason, fortifying their pitching rotation for the foreseeable future. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Reflecting on his contract extension, Wheeler expressed his appreciation for Philadelphia, citing the unparalleled support of the fans and the electrifying atmosphere of Citizens Bank Park, particularly during postseason play. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">"I've really just enjoyed being here in Philly," Wheeler remarked. "The fans are the best. Playing in Citizens Bank Park in October, there's nothing like it."</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-27432940723457842562024-03-17T18:29:00.010-04:002024-03-17T23:37:22.813-04:00Sunday Philly D-I College Baseball Recap: Penn puts up a historic performance; Saint Joseph's wins on a walk-off<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDkRqUEYqnMQ6D5D-nIwR7AEPv-EEnxdNnJCJf11nudblRP38JLqoonc2TCfvVS28XpnwOigTuZaUjsyBgZJu5WL2ItRAsdFT-aLGuQyRgXyczoyyqA_wQeik-P8DJlq8ImbVZUtBXiy3-th7cfcxgG5ee4uoxbF_aTavDR9zw-Vis0nAxZ60HlVkNJ4M/s960/hense.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Penn Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDkRqUEYqnMQ6D5D-nIwR7AEPv-EEnxdNnJCJf11nudblRP38JLqoonc2TCfvVS28XpnwOigTuZaUjsyBgZJu5WL2ItRAsdFT-aLGuQyRgXyczoyyqA_wQeik-P8DJlq8ImbVZUtBXiy3-th7cfcxgG5ee4uoxbF_aTavDR9zw-Vis0nAxZ60HlVkNJ4M/s16000/hense.png" title="Penn Baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Penn put up a historic offense performance on Sunday. | Photo: Penn Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Penn delivered an explosive offensive showcase, amassing nearly two dozen runs on 18 hits in a dominant 22-8 victory over Lafayette on a sunny Sunday afternoon at Tommy Lasorda Field at Meiklejohn Stadium, clinching the series. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Quakers ignited their offensive onslaught with two monumental eight-run innings in the fourth and seventh frames, batting around in both instances. This resounding victory propelled Penn to a season record of 7-9 while handing Lafayette their fifteenth loss of the season, dropping the Leopards to 3-15 overall. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn's staggering 22-run outburst marked their most prolific offensive performance in a single game since recording 27 runs against Yale on April 29, 2022, followed closely by a matching feat against Harvard just 20 days earlier in Cambridge, Mass. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Notably, this game also witnessed Penn's highest run tally at Meiklejohn Stadium since March 25, 1983, when they notched 28 runs against Franklin & Marshall.
Moreover, it's a significant milestone for Penn, as it marks the first time since April 17, 2010, that they've scored at least two innings of eight or more runs in a single game. On that occasion, the Quakers achieved an eight-run third and eight-run fifth inning en route to a decisive 17-2 victory over Cornell at Meiklejohn Stadium. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn's offensive prowess extended beyond their powerful hitting, as they drew an impressive 13 walks as a team, marking their highest walk count since the Ivy League Tournament title game against Princeton on May 22, 2023. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Highlighting the individual performances, Wyatt Henseler and Carson Ozmer contributed back-to-back home runs in the fourth inning, while Jarrett Pokrovsky had a standout game with his first-career two-homer performance, going 3-for-5 at the plate with three runs scored and five RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Ozmer, who narrowly missed the cycle, delivered an impressive performance, going 3-for-4 with a single, triple, and a home run, accumulating three runs scored and an RBI. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Looking ahead, Penn will aim to carry this momentum into their upcoming clash against Lehigh on Wednesday. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In other baseball action, Joey Gale played the hero for Saint Joseph's, delivering a walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth inning to propel the Hawks to a thrilling 7-6 victory over Monmouth at Smithson Field. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With the game tied and one out in the ninth, Carter Jagiela was hit by a pitch before being replaced by pinch runner Jakob Reed. Pinch hitter Tim Dickinson followed with an infield single, and a subsequent walk to Brandon Drapeau loaded the bases, setting the stage for the dramatic conclusion. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Max Hitman's sacrifice fly to center tied the game, and on the next pitch, Gale lined a single to left field, driving in the winning run and igniting celebrations for the Hawks. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Saint Joseph's will look to maintain their winning momentum as they prepare to host Navy on Wednesday at Smithson Field.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Scores </i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Villanova 15, East Tennessee 8</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Wildcats relied on the long ball, connecting for five in the win. Jack O'Reilly hit one of those homers and finished 4-for-6 with three runs scored and three RBIs. <i> </i><br /></div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-62359463026292558682024-03-17T17:54:00.012-04:002024-03-18T00:06:34.111-04:00Sunday Philly D-III College Baseball Recap: Penn State-Abington powers their way to a win; No. 17 Arcadia swept by Misericordia<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7cKUTNbiN71SmkFnHpUxZcg85Iz1iKM1P24kihLHkD_FT5PCC41t0C8wnHSRVtO6CX3f7VKaq6GkXmnsdQSXYPwwDb5Ib6tcA9o5XbY831uNw9RceXL6psXm5rVxqt4aL0PA-itlpub7CGpOBks-MeaQRLNpwp_t0qvUQx0sEZZnbua9ZkMoeFUwgnXo/s806/rcaadia.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Arcadia baseball" border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="806" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7cKUTNbiN71SmkFnHpUxZcg85Iz1iKM1P24kihLHkD_FT5PCC41t0C8wnHSRVtO6CX3f7VKaq6GkXmnsdQSXYPwwDb5Ib6tcA9o5XbY831uNw9RceXL6psXm5rVxqt4aL0PA-itlpub7CGpOBks-MeaQRLNpwp_t0qvUQx0sEZZnbua9ZkMoeFUwgnXo/s16000/rcaadia.png" title="Arcadia baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Arcadia dropped two to Misericordia on Sunday. | Photo: Arcadia Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>No. 23 Arcadia experienced a tough outing in its Middle Atlantic Conference Freedom (MAC Freedom) doubleheader against Misericordia, falling in both games with final scores of 12-4 and 10-6 on Sunday afternoon. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Arcadia initiated the scoring in the first game with two runs, courtesy of a single from Tommy Ajjan that brought home Emilio Pallante, followed by Anthony Bruno's sacrifice fly to bring in Ajjan. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">However, Misericordia quickly turned the tide, scoring 12 consecutive runs to surge ahead 12-2. Ajjan managed to narrow the deficit with a sacrifice fly in the fifth inning, scoring Pallante, while Matthew Sot added a homer in the sixth. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the nightcap, the Knights struck early, scoring three runs in the fourth inning. Justin Massielo's double brought home Sot, followed by a Griffith single that scored Massielo, and a double from Griffin Murphy that plated Griffith. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Despite Arcadia's efforts, Misericordia responded strongly, crossing the plate eight times in the fourth and fifth innings to establish an 8-3 lead. Griffith managed to cut the deficit to 8-4 in the sixth inning with a groundout that scored Kevin Wheeler. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">As Misericordia extended its lead to 10-4, Wheeler delivered a two-run single to bring home Eli Savitt and Matt Donchez, concluding the scoring for Arcadia in the second game.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Knights (9-7)return to action on Friday when they host FDU-Florham for a 3:30 p.m. MAC Freedom game at Skip Wilson Field. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>In Other Action</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">In an explosive offensive showcase, Penn State Abington unleashed their power, slamming four home runs, including a pair by freshman standout Donato Incollingo, in a thrilling 18-12 victory over Penn State Berks in United East Conference (UEC) action on a sunny Sunday afternoon at Alverthorpe Park. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With this win, Abington secured the season series, triumphing two games to one. </div><p>Abington found themselves trailing 9-2 as they entered the bottom of the second inning, but they swiftly turned the game around with an explosive nine-run surge, propelling them to an 11-9 lead by inning's end. Senior Eric Rollins ignited the rally by driving in the first run of the inning with a double down the right field line, scoring junior Jake Fallers. Moments later, with the bases loaded, Rollins delivered a game-changing grand slam, launching the ball over the right field fence, marking his fifth RBI of the inning and giving the Nittany Lions an 11-9 lead. </p><div style="text-align: left;">Incollingo also played a pivotal role in the comeback, smashing his second home run of the game earlier in the inning to trim the deficit to 9-7.
Abington extended their lead to four runs in the bottom of the third inning, with senior Montana Milward unleashing a two-run homer over the left-center field fence, marking his first home run of the season. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The offensive onslaught continued in the bottom of the sixth inning, as Abington tacked on four more runs. Junior Josh Henderson, in just his second official career at-bat, cleared the bases with a three-run triple to right-center field, before scoring on a sacrifice fly by senior Sean Doherty, extending the lead to 17-10. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Despite a late surge from Berks, who scored single runs in the seventh and eighth innings to narrow the gap to 17-12, Abington remained resilient. They added one more insurance run in the bottom of the eighth inning, with freshman Dominic Hoguet driving in the team's final run with a base hit to center field. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Incollingo shone brightly, finishing the game 2-for-5 with two runs and a season-high five RBIs, following his first career multi-home run game. Hoguet also delivered an outstanding performance, going a perfect 4-for-4 at the plate with two runs and one RBI, in addition to reaching base via a walk. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Freshman James Torpey earned his first career victory on the mound, pitching five innings of relief while striking out a season-high seven batters and allowing just two runs.</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-12947563325041350802024-03-16T22:26:00.013-04:002024-03-17T01:56:52.740-04:00Saturday Philly Area D-I Recap: Penn and Saint Joseph's pull out victories on Saturday; ' Nova falls to East Tennessee State. <div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj01BeWJi9vlJp-jpMDYt_15omwFbMO8SIptXP6PNcwgEuZ9Xu0zADTSmCkP0-XWk89xC-d_kIhH-7pXOW1F4BEJWVicW2hF7XwersaMMiKMzGh3MvPgzLSr9aV8nqhVTHVPGTZCdn9vt_3c_qf_F3Ij5qT_ZZp1y-s7N-2wE03FOE1OR746SbDpS2T3Zg/s806/Zaffro.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Penn Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="806" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj01BeWJi9vlJp-jpMDYt_15omwFbMO8SIptXP6PNcwgEuZ9Xu0zADTSmCkP0-XWk89xC-d_kIhH-7pXOW1F4BEJWVicW2hF7XwersaMMiKMzGh3MvPgzLSr9aV8nqhVTHVPGTZCdn9vt_3c_qf_F3Ij5qT_ZZp1y-s7N-2wE03FOE1OR746SbDpS2T3Zg/s16000/Zaffro.png" title="Penn Basebal" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption">Penn splits a doubleheader on Saturday. | Photo: Penn Athletics<br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Pennsylvania delivered a commanding performance in Game 1 of their doubleheader against Lafayette, propelled by senior right-hander Cole Zaffiro's stellar outing. Their dominance translated into an impressive 8-1 victory at Tommy Lasorda Field at Meiklejohn Stadium. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Building on this success, the Quakers (6-9) extended their winning streak to three consecutive games, riding the momentum from their initial triumph. However, their aspirations were dashed in Saturday's nightcap as the resilient Leopards (3-14) fought back, clinching a hard-fought 6-3 win to close out the afternoon.
Zaffiro (1-2) showcased his prowess on the mound with an outstanding performance in his fourth start of the season. He pitched six shutout innings, allowing just four hits while racking up an impressive nine strikeouts and three walks. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Notably, this marked Zaffiro's highest strikeout count of the 2024 season, falling just one shy of his career high set in 2023 against Yale, where he recorded 10 strikeouts.
During the game, six players tallied two or more hits, including Davis Baker, who went 3-for-5 and recorded his second triple of the year. Freshman Nick Spaventa extended his hitting streak to a team-best six consecutive games after going 2-for-4 at the plate with two RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In other baseball action, Owen Petrich made history for Saint Joseph's by hitting for the cycle, marking the first such achievement in 22 years. His exceptional performance propelled the Hawks to a 10-6 victory over Monmouth at Smithson Field, with Petrich contributing five runs batted in. In pitching, Luke Smith's stellar relief effort, allowing just one run on four hits while striking out three in three innings, earned him the win. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Elsewhere, Villanova's attempted comeback fell short as East Tennessee emerged victorious in game two with a final score of 11-5. Despite the Wildcats rallying with back-to-back home runs in the seventh inning from Jack O'Reilly and Michael Whooley, their efforts were unable to overcome East Tennessee's lead. O'Reilly's home run marked his fourth of the year, while it was Whooley's first.
</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-77066951380183098392024-03-16T21:58:00.008-04:002024-03-17T01:19:24.583-04:00Saturday D-II Philly College Baseball Recap: Chestnut Hill sweeps doubleheader against College of Staten Island<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqc5uJT9s35RAqPMHdKiU_kirMQNznFQ3QZMdiK3o4AvJf0UVsaSLwkU8IK8hHj9bBpnBbK4ETopo59xagYeyVvJfkR2XLp30yalH-cSFFpwdkcAF8gxIat8GJ_K4Ork04Hv2dUF-d06TEUN7DKQKnSwJxwlQ4hesrUo9LF85uTA1-dG8TG55GxXwt2XY/s565/ncaa.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Chestnut Hill Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="406" data-original-width="565" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqc5uJT9s35RAqPMHdKiU_kirMQNznFQ3QZMdiK3o4AvJf0UVsaSLwkU8IK8hHj9bBpnBbK4ETopo59xagYeyVvJfkR2XLp30yalH-cSFFpwdkcAF8gxIat8GJ_K4Ork04Hv2dUF-d06TEUN7DKQKnSwJxwlQ4hesrUo9LF85uTA1-dG8TG55GxXwt2XY/s16000/ncaa.jpg" title="Chestnut Hill Baseball" /></a></div>Chestnut Hill clinched their first doubleheader sweep of the season against the College of Staten Island at the CSI Baseball complex in Staten Island, New York, on a sunny Saturday afternoon. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With commanding scores of 12-5 and 12-2, the Griffins improved to 6-9 while the Dolphins fell to 5-10. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the opener, Phoenix Bowman showcased his prowess at the plate, driving in three runs, supported by John Crane, Michael Pascoe, and Justin Geiger, who contributed two hits each. Rich Bonino earned his first win of the season on the mound, pitching five innings and allowing just two runs on seven hits, with two strikeouts. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The momentum continued into the second game as Bowman remained a standout player, tallying two hits and three RBIs, bringing his total for both games to six RBIs. He also showcased his speed with three stolen bases, while RJ Huth added two hits to the offensive effort. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Griffins capitalized on the erratic pitching from CSI, drawing an impressive 15 walks in the game, just one shy of the school record set in 2018 against Lincoln. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">On the pitching front, Dylan Broderick delivered a solid performance, earning his second win of the season with a 2-1 record. The freshman hurler dominated over six innings, allowing only one run on two hits while striking out nine.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Griffins return to action on Sunday, hosting Lincoln at Hostelley field for a doubleheader. First pitch is set for 1:00 p.m. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Scores</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Shippensburg 6, West Chester 2 </div><div style="text-align: left;">Shippensburg 3, West Chester 2 </div><div style="text-align: left;">Franklin Pierce 4, Jefferson 2 </div><div style="text-align: left;">Jefferson 12, Franklin Pierce 8 </div><div style="text-align: left;">Holy Family 10, Lincoln 4</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-77011592603284484952024-03-16T21:07:00.012-04:002024-03-17T00:31:13.567-04:00Saturday D-III Philly College Baseball Recap: No. 23 Arcadia beats No. 17 Misericordia; Swarthmore downs Immaculata in a thriller<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzNPkR2P5-5D7ndKP_-gVXS-K2AslbQzeRhJy6oyQYR01Tib-3oiL42JUDJESxeVEZKI97EtpQ2ufRrgIo6vvCSwj9EQMSTGF9XlouHfGN_H61JUaioOzoTwbckfqUlSh8cYyfzSooxrEQ6s-Yy8JvejQQVMWIQ6TZJaZ9GQUX5gSFAKt35A32T27V8ao/s960/arcadia2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Arcadia Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzNPkR2P5-5D7ndKP_-gVXS-K2AslbQzeRhJy6oyQYR01Tib-3oiL42JUDJESxeVEZKI97EtpQ2ufRrgIo6vvCSwj9EQMSTGF9XlouHfGN_H61JUaioOzoTwbckfqUlSh8cYyfzSooxrEQ6s-Yy8JvejQQVMWIQ6TZJaZ9GQUX5gSFAKt35A32T27V8ao/s16000/arcadia2.png" title="Arcadia Baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Arcadia managed to fend off a late comeback on Saturday. | Photo: Arcadia Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>In an exhilarating start to Middle Atlantic Conference Freedom (MAC Freedom) play, No. 23 Arcadia clinched a nail-biting 11-10 victory against No. 17 Misericordia at Skip Wilson Field on Saturday afternoon. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Despite a late surge from the Cougars, who tallied four runs in the top of the ninth, Arcadia managed to hold onto their lead and secure the win. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Arcadia faced a 6-3 deficit entering the sixth inning, but rallied spectacularly with a five-run burst, followed by an additional three runs in the seventh. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Although Misericordia narrowed the gap to just one run with a four-run effort in the final frame, reliever Jack Dovido stepped up to stop their momentum and preserve Arcadia's lead. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Key contributions came from Anthony Bruno, whose three-run homer was a highlight for the Knights (9-5), while Matthew Sot and Emilio Pallante each notched three hits in the triumphant effort. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The excitement continues as the two teams gear up for a doubleheader on Sunday at Misericordia.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>In Other Action</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Swarthmore delivered an electrifying
performance, clinching a thrilling 11-10 victory over Immaculata
University on a vibrant Saturday morning in Immaculata, Pa. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Maintaining a narrow 4-3 lead after eight innings, Swarthmore surged
ahead with six crucial insurance runs in the ninth. However, the Mighty
Macs staged a remarkable comeback, matching Swarthmore's scoring output
with seven runs of their own in the bottom half, forcing the game into
extra innings. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the tense 10th inning, Aidan Sullivan emerged as a hero for the
Garnet, delivering a decisive RBI single to reclaim the lead. Alexander
Rimerman sealed the deal with a flawless scoreless frame, securing the
hard-fought win.
Sullivan proved to be a formidable presence at the plate for Swarthmore,
reaching base four times and showcasing his prowess with a stellar
3-for-5 performance, including a triple and a walk. Max Roffwarg and
Noam AuYeung also contributed with a pair of RBI each, bolstering
Swarthmore's offensive onslaught. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Immaculata refused to surrender quietly in the bottom of the ninth,
mounting a relentless offensive surge. With one out, Josh Crowding and
Ryan Struble drew walks, setting the stage for a dramatic sequence of
events. Despite Swarthmore securing the second out, Immaculata rallied,
loading the bases with Nick Turnage's single to right field. Jay
Lawrence then delivered a pivotal hit to score Crowding, reigniting the
Mighty Macs' hopes. Sal Serici's timely single brought home Struble and
Turnage, while Joey Sacco's walk loaded the bases once again. Shawn Haut
capitalized with a clutch double to left field, driving in Serici and
Joey Mazzone, who pinch ran for Lawrence. Joey Wright's single to right
field sealed the dramatic comeback, knotting the score at 10-10. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Notably, all seven runs in the inning were scored with two outs,
highlighting Immaculata's resilience. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With this hard-earned victory, the Garnet (10-5) will return home,
poised to face off against No. 17 Misericordia University on Tuesday. The Mighty Macs (9-6) will visit Lebanon Valley on Tuesday. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Other Scores</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">DeSales 4, Delaware Valley 1</div><div style="text-align: left;">DeSales 25, Delaware Valley 20 <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Haverford 8, Merchant Marine 3</div><div style="text-align: left;">Keystone 9, Gwynedd Mercy 4</div><div style="text-align: left;">Cairn 4, Valley Forge 3</div><div style="text-align: left;">Cairn 22, Valley Forge 8 <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Moravian 4, Cabrini 3</div><div style="text-align: left;">Rosemont 13, Wilson 7</div><div style="text-align: left;">Wilson 13, Rosemont 8 <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn State-Berks 6, Penn State-Abington 4</div><div style="text-align: left;">Eastern 4, Widener 1</div><div style="text-align: left;">Widener 8, Eastern 6 <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Manhattanville 3, Neumann 1 </div><div style="text-align: left;">Neumann 15, Manhattanville 9 </div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-46356359272907999782024-03-15T10:25:00.003-04:002024-03-15T10:25:21.582-04:00Philly Weekend College Baseball Preview: No. 21 Arcadia opens MAC play against No. 17 Misericordia<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUPhkC-X_gnKqgFzUjrYzUFsVd-YBAHExDoNLDP7Oui5b_VRjlXR8mXUQyJxT5RnycBFuApW3nsknC4c0EBxZLidqW5VCMg7j8kpmUQCNtdjBu_F4zaXbR5J_mBrl2_phaPG9xV8J6MgwlL2kIQ0VZvADoxNj3W_5520ErnGohbPiOrZZLOKmAlCMfrNI/s806/weekendpreview.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Philly College baseball" border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="806" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUPhkC-X_gnKqgFzUjrYzUFsVd-YBAHExDoNLDP7Oui5b_VRjlXR8mXUQyJxT5RnycBFuApW3nsknC4c0EBxZLidqW5VCMg7j8kpmUQCNtdjBu_F4zaXbR5J_mBrl2_phaPG9xV8J6MgwlL2kIQ0VZvADoxNj3W_5520ErnGohbPiOrZZLOKmAlCMfrNI/s16000/weekendpreview.png" title="Philly College Baseball" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Lots of local action this weekend with multiple area programs facing each other. The spotlight though should be on No. 21 Arcadia as they open a series on Friday with No. 17 Misericordia. The series marks the opening of MAC Freedom play. The Knights will host Friday's contest, while the other two games will be in Dallas, PA ... Jefferson will look to continue their offensive onslaught this weekend with a pair of doubleheaders at home against Franklin Pierce. The Rams scored 51 runs over their last two contests and are riding a four-game winning streak. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">FRIDAY </div><div style="text-align: left;">1pm: Gwynedd Mercy vs. RIT (Auburndale, FL) </div><div style="text-align: left;">1pm: Shippensburg at West Chester (DH) (West Chester, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3pm: Penn State-Berks at Penn State-Abington (Jenkintown, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3pm: Eastern at Widener (Chester, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3pm: Wilson at Rosemont (King of Prussia, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3pm: Monmouth at Saint Joseph's (Smithson Field) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3pm: Ursinus at Immaculata (Immaculata, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3pm: Valley Forge at Cairn (Langhorne, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">5pm: Villanova at East Tennessee State (Johnson City, TN) </div><div style="text-align: left;">6pm: Cabrini at Penn State-Brandywine (Media, PA)</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">SATURDAY </div><div style="text-align: left;">9:15am: Gwynedd Mercy vs. Keystone (Auburndale, FL) </div><div style="text-align: left;">11am: Swarthmore at Immaculata (Immaculata, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">11am: Franklin Pierce at Jefferson (DH) (Philadelphia, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">11:30am: Lafayette at Penn (Philadelphia, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Penn State-Berks at Penn State-Abington (DH) (Jenkintown, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Delaware Valley at DeSales (DH) (Center Valley, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Holy Family at Lincoln (DH) (Lincoln, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Moravian at Cabrini (Radnor, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Widener at Eastern (DH) (St. Davids, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Chestnut Hill at Staten Island (DH) (Staten Island, NY) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Rosemont at Wilson (DH) (Chambersburg, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Salisbury at Ursinus (DH) (Collegeville, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Cairn at Valley Forge (DH) (Phoenixville, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Manhattanville at Neumann (DH) (Aston, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">2pm: Misericordia at Arcadia (Ambler, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">2pm: Monmouth at Saint Joseph's (Smithson Field) </div><div style="text-align: left;">2pm: Villanova at East Tennessee State (Johnson City, TN) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3pm: Lafayette at Penn (Philadelphia, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">3:30pm: West Chester at Shippensburg (Shippensburg, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">SUNDAY </div><div style="text-align: left;">11am: Franklin Pierce at Jefferson (DH) (Philadelphia, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Arcadia at Misericordia (DH) (Dallas, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">12pm: Lafayette at Penn (Philadelphia, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">1pm: Lincoln at Chestnut Hill (DH) (North Wales, PA) </div><div style="text-align: left;">1pm: Monmouth at Saint Joseph's </div><div style="text-align: left;">1pm: Villanova at East Tennessee State (Johnson City, TN)</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-64064856786278209692024-03-13T19:37:00.031-04:002024-03-14T10:18:13.154-04:00Penn knocks off Villanova in home opener<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHQFN8aMxkD1AeXhBqNKhNY-IV9Oo0I6tV0KizRpVjYDWR3oT0N1UGXbT_yt-YMlIgOc6ZLqr2ZuhRQ3CemPGXDYAJdL8tsmgoS-ZPd1sVDpqVJUzpw_diFxRpqhuDuOtNOEN-vMLS-IS4fHAFbFTbsW5Ydk4RVU53E95lzDdvTYhMhfRL7clObDcLdKk/s806/penncon.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Penn Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="806" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHQFN8aMxkD1AeXhBqNKhNY-IV9Oo0I6tV0KizRpVjYDWR3oT0N1UGXbT_yt-YMlIgOc6ZLqr2ZuhRQ3CemPGXDYAJdL8tsmgoS-ZPd1sVDpqVJUzpw_diFxRpqhuDuOtNOEN-vMLS-IS4fHAFbFTbsW5Ydk4RVU53E95lzDdvTYhMhfRL7clObDcLdKk/s16000/penncon.png" title="Penn Baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: right;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Connor Chavez helped Penn beat Villanova on Wednesday. | Photo: Penn Athletics</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;">In a clash at Tommy Lasorda Field at Meiklejohn Stadium, the University of Pennsylvania baseball team commenced its nine-game homestand on a triumphant note, besting Villanova 8-3 on a sunny Wednesday afternoon.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div><div>The Quakers (5-8) orchestrated a commanding comeback after Villanova (5-9) initially surged ahead with a three-run homer by Jason Neff in the opening inning. However, the Wildcats' early momentum fizzled as Penn's bats ignited, scoring two runs in the fourth inning before erupting with five more in the fifth and one in the eighth, securing their second consecutive victory. </div><div><br /></div><div>Ryan Taylor spearheaded Penn's offensive onslaught, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, including a pivotal three-run triple, while freshman sensation Nick Spaventa showcased his prowess, contributing 2-for-4 at the plate with two doubles, a walk, two runs scored, and an RBI.
Not to be outdone, newcomer Gavin Collins and Connor Chavez delivered critical hits, amplifying Penn's offensive dominance. </div><div><br /></div><div>On the mound, Jake Moss continued his stellar form, tossing two shutout innings, with support from Anthoni Kiafoulis, Thomas Shurtleff, and Eli Trop, collectively silencing the Wildcats' bats for the remainder of the game. </div><div><br /></div><div>Despite Neff's early heroics for Villanova, driving in three runs with his first-inning blast, the Wildcats found themselves unable to thwart Penn's relentless offensive barrage, succumbing to their third consecutive loss against the Quakers and relinquishing their three-game win streak.</div><div><br /></div><div>Penn will host Lafayette this weekend starting with a doubleheader on Saturday, while Villanova will head south for a three-game set with East Tennessee State starting on Friday. </div></div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-88823800349056376772024-03-13T18:30:00.027-04:002024-03-14T10:49:39.826-04:00Phillies Notebook: Marsh returns, but Schwarber scratched<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnkB4yeaEts151gJZLlVoC3us4mzak8CfuHJNmu3LltKsLzOEDbCLFKHWBN4RrtSMPgOr7eKtqNzBSEM1qD3NfLUq6znMgsDMI6QNMz9sLaj4y770PHpG-VRgy0TTRZdhcTKvrBbXiN79aohv22tTbrr7GhOgrZV8DH4KBJPRxNhfvxUGdvmE8cjMRols/s806/bmarsh.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Brandon Marsh" border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="806" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnkB4yeaEts151gJZLlVoC3us4mzak8CfuHJNmu3LltKsLzOEDbCLFKHWBN4RrtSMPgOr7eKtqNzBSEM1qD3NfLUq6znMgsDMI6QNMz9sLaj4y770PHpG-VRgy0TTRZdhcTKvrBbXiN79aohv22tTbrr7GhOgrZV8DH4KBJPRxNhfvxUGdvmE8cjMRols/s16000/bmarsh.png" title="Brandon Marsh" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: right;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Brandon Marsh returns to the Phillies' lineup. | Photo: Jim Swington</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;">Brandon Marsh made his return to the Phillies' lineup on Wednesday, marking his comeback just 33 days following arthroscopic debridement surgery on his left knee. His presence was felt immediately as he confidently took two at-bats and showcased his agility in left field, making a notable play right at the start of the game. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div><div>However, the team faced a setback as Kyle Schwarber was scratched from Wednesday's game due to tightness in his right groin, a development that warrants close attention. Although he participated in batting practice, Schwarber experienced discomfort afterward in the weight room, prompting a precautionary decision by Thomson to rest him further on Thursday if any issues persisted. </div><div><div><br /></div><div> Looking ahead, after Ranger Suarez's outing on Thursday, Cristopher Sanchez is set to take the mound against the Astros in West Palm Beach on Friday. Sanchez's opportunities have been limited, having appeared in only one game due to an intervening illness.<div><br /></div><div> Meanwhile, Taijuan Walker is scheduled to participate in a simulated game in Clearwater on Friday, aiming to refine his form. In his first spring training start last Saturday, Walker's velocity ranged between 88 to 90, falling short of expectations. <div><br /></div><div>He attributed this to the timing of the season and his disrupted preparation, which included a personal absence during camp followed by right knee soreness. Walker's progress will be closely monitored in the remaining preseason starts as the Phillies prepare to break camp.</div></div></div></div></div><div><br /></div>
On Wednesday, Johan Rojas struggled again at the plate, going 0-for-2 and bringing his spring batting average to .152 with a .394 OPS. The Phillies have contended that he has to earn the job, and to this point, it's safe to wonder if he'll open the year with the big league club. <div><br /></div><div>In other news, right-hander Dylan Covey is set to begin the season on the injured list due to a shoulder injury, sidelining him from contention for the bullpen's long-man role. Meanwhile, right-hander Michael Rucker has been sidelined since March 1st due to numbness in his right middle finger. He underwent testing in Philadelphia on Wednesday to determine the extent of the issue. </div><div><br /></div><div>Rucker, who was vying for one of the team's final bullpen spots, now faces uncertainty regarding his availability for the upcoming season.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><i>Spring Breakout</i></b></div><div>The inaugural Spring Breakout event begins tonight with two highly anticipated games. </div><div><br /></div><div>Over four days, 72 of MLB Pipeline's Top 100 Prospects and two-thirds of each team's Top 30 prospects will compete. All 16 games will be broadcast live on MLB Network, MLB Digital platforms, and regional sports networks. </div><div><br /></div><div>On Saturday, the Tigers will host the Phillies at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland at 1:05pm.</div><div><br /></div><div>Notable Philadelphia prospects scheduled to participate include Aidan Miller, Justin Crawford, Starlyn Caba, Devin Saltiban, Bryan Rincon, Eduardo Tait, Gabriel Rincones, and Mick Abel, who ranks 49th on MLB Pipeline's Top 100 list. </div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-65436110616937908212024-03-12T20:11:00.007-04:002024-03-12T23:18:11.117-04:00Jefferson trounces Lincoln, 29-3<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZtM8_RjKmvp2RA6RcuNoHWWh-Ecy-ioBJ5C0FilCjE_XzLEe011mqFjz6x293Izhea7EAb9eECGunNRE0zSwCxmTQdEoea_ymuEwoKs6wjbC5MEwSXXqN3Imk4ypaAxmegEknCCI1fwNNY3eNORq-cBe6uJAAFkOkAmdGwtdvXCqztyEXlR7IkLMCoAk/s960/jeffer.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Jefferson Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZtM8_RjKmvp2RA6RcuNoHWWh-Ecy-ioBJ5C0FilCjE_XzLEe011mqFjz6x293Izhea7EAb9eECGunNRE0zSwCxmTQdEoea_ymuEwoKs6wjbC5MEwSXXqN3Imk4ypaAxmegEknCCI1fwNNY3eNORq-cBe6uJAAFkOkAmdGwtdvXCqztyEXlR7IkLMCoAk/s16000/jeffer.png" title="Jefferson Baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Jefferson cruised to a 29-3 win over Lincoln on Tuesday. | Photo: Jefferson Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Jefferson dominated Lincoln on Monday, sealing a commanding 29-3 victory and completing a three-game sweep. Adding to their impressive offensive display from Friday's game, where they scored 22 runs, the Rams continued their onslaught. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Josh Lopez was the star of Monday's contest, smashing two home runs, while the team collectively added three more homers and 11 doubles. Justin Egner's five RBIs and Lopez's four runs and four RBIs further fueled Jefferson's relentless attack. Kyle Kozlowski contributed with a 4-for-7 performance, scoring three runs and notching four RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">On the pitching front, Gabe Silva was exceptional, allowing only one hit over six shutout innings while racking up 11 strikeouts and three walks. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With a record of 7-4, Jefferson now sets its sights on a weekend doubleheader at Alumni Field against Franklin Pierce University, with games scheduled for both Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> <br /></div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-16782552234575410742024-03-12T19:53:00.002-04:002024-03-12T22:59:17.856-04:00Saint Joseph's offense comes alive late to take down Lehigh<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzftbaeScqV4hHbrk5jyxs8yBk2HZndKktmNWkBEyASkRNHlXHqLr27upNW6TKoB22t7X0wOJ7V9ifQhp00PK6xHA0zWDtRGlWeUREEmVZGnx9Q5Rzr9-xqzzoozKE9N87OlWjaRzl8Lq6NMYmYi7rzHodBDG7NBWK8l_rYXvFSbEtRSWBkAywuvQnk88/s960/sju.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Saint Joseph's Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzftbaeScqV4hHbrk5jyxs8yBk2HZndKktmNWkBEyASkRNHlXHqLr27upNW6TKoB22t7X0wOJ7V9ifQhp00PK6xHA0zWDtRGlWeUREEmVZGnx9Q5Rzr9-xqzzoozKE9N87OlWjaRzl8Lq6NMYmYi7rzHodBDG7NBWK8l_rYXvFSbEtRSWBkAywuvQnk88/s16000/sju.png" title="Saint Joseph's Baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Max Hitman finished with three hits on Tuesday. | Photo: Gavin Baker, Saint Joseph's Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Saint Joseph's halted their four-game losing streak on Tuesday, clinching an 8-2 victory on the road against Lehigh. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Owen Petrich sparked the turnaround with a solo home run in the sixth inning, tying the score at 1-1. The Hawks then surged ahead, adding seven more runs across the following two frames, solidifying their lead. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Ryan Picollo contributed a double and two hits, while Max Hitman went 3-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">On the pitching front, five different hurlers combined for eight strikeouts, with Colin Yablonski securing the win after pitching two innings and allowing only one hit. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Now standing at 6-8, the Hawks will kick off a three-game series against Monmouth on Friday afternoon at Smithson Field.</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-84939548014459409512024-03-11T22:07:00.004-04:002024-03-11T22:08:21.903-04:00Massielo and Bruno help No. 21 Arcadia cruise past Case Western Reserve; Swarthmore does the same<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc_v0AI59j-wyp3CDCwyr2w39c1ma88FOpRUuxTDq0ybXpI5Zzag0a9Hm7XIxLkzpbRwQG-VEtml7b6cJ3pEpvmXzLSFavuV1fI4i56ox94g7BE25XyogAaOHOJitjPpojJvG07DRvK15IjbFSpHaubXGGma382fIi2bqdCUNpo6q0OMxa1zfvapabBHw/s960/mass.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Arcadia baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc_v0AI59j-wyp3CDCwyr2w39c1ma88FOpRUuxTDq0ybXpI5Zzag0a9Hm7XIxLkzpbRwQG-VEtml7b6cJ3pEpvmXzLSFavuV1fI4i56ox94g7BE25XyogAaOHOJitjPpojJvG07DRvK15IjbFSpHaubXGGma382fIi2bqdCUNpo6q0OMxa1zfvapabBHw/s16000/mass.png" title="Arcadia baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Justin Massielo had three hits on Monday. | Photo: Arcadia Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Justin Massielo led the offensive charge for No. 21 Arcadia in their 9-1 victory over Case Western Reserve on Monday in Lexington, SC, collecting three hits, including two doubles. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Anthony Bruno contributed with two RBIs, while Eli Savitt also made an impact with three hits from the leadoff spot. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Nadell Booker secured the win, pitching 4 2/3 scoreless innings and limiting the opponent to just two hits.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With this victory, the Knights improved to a 7-3 record for the season. They now turn their attention to a showdown against local rival Swarthmore on Tuesday in Lexington. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In other local action, the Garnet (6-3) also beat Case Western Reserve on Monday in Lexington, 9-8. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Aidan Sullivan homered in the win and drove in three runs while Max Roffwarg collected four hits. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Noah Potholm earned the win, surrendering four earned runs (seven overall) over 7 1/3 innings. Steven Jungers surrendered a solo-shot in the ninth allowing CSW to get within a run, but he was able to end the threat to earn his second save of the season. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Local Scores </i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Scranton 10, Haverford 3
</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-48795810424577453702024-03-11T18:20:00.013-04:002024-03-11T22:36:45.184-04:00Phillies make roster moves; Wheeler tosses three shutout frames in loss to Yanks<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqOc_kaZky4tqlvzEzJtU9UhrGVV2wba4mDuvKoHUBNToNcXiU3YiVMSncZ-PjmpXMVl5d1afUPB8IIH7QHFQZRylFbc2lURU7swurwIuT1lP0dZrJeids2OZVb613qctjNDdxbvq65-U51A72XGyAoBbvAaHxR7IxKcUjFbcuyn8RgAWkI1R-UTr153M/s960/wheels.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Zack Wheeler" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqOc_kaZky4tqlvzEzJtU9UhrGVV2wba4mDuvKoHUBNToNcXiU3YiVMSncZ-PjmpXMVl5d1afUPB8IIH7QHFQZRylFbc2lURU7swurwIuT1lP0dZrJeids2OZVb613qctjNDdxbvq65-U51A72XGyAoBbvAaHxR7IxKcUjFbcuyn8RgAWkI1R-UTr153M/s16000/wheels.png" title="Zack Wheeler" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Zack Wheeler tossed three shutout frames on Monday. | Photo: Ryan Roppings</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>With less than three weeks until Opening Day, the Philadelphia Phillies have made some spring training roster adjustments. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">On Monday morning, before a Grapefruit League game against the New York Yankees, the team announced three moves.
Right-handed pitchers Tyler Phillips and Griff McGarry have been redirected to the minor league training camp, while another right-hander, Michael Mercado, has been optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Phillips, a 26-year-old non-roster invitee, showcased his skills in two appearances for the Phillies this spring, conceding four hits and two runs across three innings. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">McGarry, once heralded as the team's No. 5 prospect, has seen his stock decline over the past year, currently ranked 11th by MLB Pipeline for the 2024 season. Given his recent performances, McGarry's reassignment to the minor league camp was anticipated. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Despite a promising start to the spring, highlighted by a flawless Grapefruit League debut against the Miami Marlins on March 1 where he struck out all three batters he faced with just 15 pitches, McGarry's subsequent outings proved challenging, surrendering three earned runs and one walk in two-thirds of an inning on March 4 in Dunedin. A week later, he surrendered a hit and walked a pair of batters before pitching himself out of an inning. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Mercado participated in five games, recording a 6.35 ERA and 1.59 WHIP across 5 2/3 relief innings. While his impressive ratio of 10 strikeouts to one walk shows promise, it's overshadowed by the eight hits he conceded.
With three remaining options, Mercado could be considered for bullpen depth this year if he maintains improved command in Triple-A after the season commences. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Monday's Action </i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Zack Wheeler delivered an impressive performance, tallying three strikeouts and two walks across three scoreless innings, despite the Phillies' narrow 2-1 loss to the Yankees in Clearwater. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Wheeler showcased his repertoire, including a formidable splitter, among the 47 pitches he threw.
Mick Abel, returning to the mound after a hiatus due to illness, retired all five batters he faced and secured two strikeouts, notably including Juan Soto. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the ninth inning, Aramis Garcia contributed to the Phillies' offense with a pivotal double to center field, advancing Weston Wilson to third base. David Dahl followed up with a sacrifice fly, driving Wilson home. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Phillies will enjoy a day off on Tuesday before resuming action against the Detroit Tigers at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater on Wednesday at 1:05 p.m. The game will be broadcasted on NBC Sports Philadelphia+.</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-62547229133241326072024-03-11T09:08:00.002-04:002024-03-11T09:08:31.895-04:00Villanova's O'Reilly and McCollough sweep D-I Philly Player of the Week honors <div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnIljQGCn5NhTVMaQbZW653BRqc5Px2wSX74ZjwHdbljyvAVSi4Lpm8qGMRIj4ZEYFRXONE3yQ8RM7_t2MBg_dG2t05iSEUKxOKs8u2eRq1otrOkHSq2c16Mj7T9VMxM091_gtdVNu1fsOQXdqnHzsD_scjzv5-utTAdCagqLvRmtzv7XcJepFdzA-9MA/s960/novapotw.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Courtesy: Villanova Athletics" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnIljQGCn5NhTVMaQbZW653BRqc5Px2wSX74ZjwHdbljyvAVSi4Lpm8qGMRIj4ZEYFRXONE3yQ8RM7_t2MBg_dG2t05iSEUKxOKs8u2eRq1otrOkHSq2c16Mj7T9VMxM091_gtdVNu1fsOQXdqnHzsD_scjzv5-utTAdCagqLvRmtzv7XcJepFdzA-9MA/s16000/novapotw.png" title="Courtesy: Villanova Athletics" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Villanova's Jack O'Reilly | Photo: Villanova Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>First baseman Jack O'Reilly and right-hander Luke McCollough are the Philadelphia Baseball Review D-I Players of the Week. The duo helped Villanova to a three-game sweep of Pepperdine over the weekend. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">O'Reilly finished the week 6-for-17 with five runs scored, five RBIs, a homer, and a stolen base. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">After a slow start to the season, the Episcopal Academy graduate is turning things around, raising his average to .296 on the year with three homers and eight RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">McCollough, a graduate transfer from Utah Valley, pieced together a solid starting performance on Sunday, tossing six scoreless frames to help the Wildcats secure a series sweep of Pepperdine. He also hurled two scoreless innings in relief earlier in the week, finishing with eight scoreless innings, allowing just four hits and one walk. He whiffed five. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Wildcats (5-8) are riding a hot streak, having won four-of-five and return to the Philadelphia area this week for a clash on Wednesday with Penn. </div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-26248334630280239352024-03-10T22:42:00.002-04:002024-03-10T22:42:33.419-04:00Sunday Philly D-III College Baseball Recap: Widener beats Keystone behind Curran; Rosemont makes history with doubleheader sweep<div style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE0d50EgBsiDplly-1XkT7Z4Xpag5SJHNV7q9fVy2R2CvlJttA5oX__4pGhoImNXrUrkAp3bcquF0ccJdqbjZHtTZ5b_Y1Vpa5q3N4DVrYSM5ydKeM05D4xQRn1cj69yS7fgGrxMGlBBrWbiX2hJdUy_TtRocirhQdDKjpQg5Mj-5SFZF-vb3qtSfpZwY/s960/widener2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Courtesy: Widener Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE0d50EgBsiDplly-1XkT7Z4Xpag5SJHNV7q9fVy2R2CvlJttA5oX__4pGhoImNXrUrkAp3bcquF0ccJdqbjZHtTZ5b_Y1Vpa5q3N4DVrYSM5ydKeM05D4xQRn1cj69yS7fgGrxMGlBBrWbiX2hJdUy_TtRocirhQdDKjpQg5Mj-5SFZF-vb3qtSfpZwY/s16000/widener2.png" title="Courtesy: Widener Baseball" /></a></td></tr><tr align="right"><td class="tr-caption"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Photo: David Morgan, Widener Athletics</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Sean Curran delivered a standout performance on Sunday, guiding Widener to an impressive 11-5 victory over Keystone in Auburndale, Florida.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The pitcher showcased his prowess by pitching six solid innings, during which he allowed just two runs while scattering four hits. Curran's command was evident as he recorded 12 strikeouts, although he did issue three walks. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Offensively, Kevin Bukowski shined for Widener, going 3-for-5 at the plate and driving in three runs. Jack Balcer also made significant contributions, finishing 3-for-4 with a pair of RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With this win, Widener improves to a 3-4 record for the season. Their next challenge awaits as they face UMass-Dartmouth in a doubleheader on Tuesday. Following that, they will return home to kick off the conference schedule with a series against local rivals Eastern over the weekend. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Elsewhere, No. 21 Arcadia (6-3) fell to Ithaca in Lexington, SC., on Sunday, 6-5.
Hunter Curley took the loss, surrendering five runs on eight hits over five innings.
Matt Donchez led the Knights at the plate, finishing with two hits and three RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>In Other Action</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Rosemont rebounded strongly from two tough losses on Saturday, claiming their first two victories of the season against PSU Scranton with scores of 19-0 and 3-2. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the first game, Chris Walton and freshman Shane Lennon led the charge at the plate for the Ravens. Walton went 3-for-5 with a double and four RBIs, while Lennon had a perfect 4-for-4 performance with a double and four RBIs as well. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Pitcher Zachary Nutley delivered an outstanding complete-game shutout, allowing only four hits and striking out three. It marked the first complete-game shutout in program history.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Game 2 was a hard-fought affair, with starting pitcher sophomore Tim Shell pitching a solid seven innings, allowing only two runs on three hits. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Offensively, the Ravens managed seven hits, with junior Bobby DiDonato contributing two RBIs.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Scores</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Haverford 2, Skidmore 1</div><div style="text-align: left;">Trinity 12, Swarthmore 7</div><div style="text-align: left;">Eastern 9, Cabrini 5</div><div style="text-align: left;">Muhlenberg 9, Gwynedd Mercy 4 <br /></div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-31932795249733795442024-03-10T22:14:00.003-04:002024-03-10T22:14:17.889-04:00Sunday Philly D-II College Baseball Recap: Chestnut Hill splits with West Virginia Wesleyan<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-I5w23QQrfMLKh19mDXVA2niToAB8vJ7x5KCNbN3YtMpqN0058KPhKnHrd2j8ToOkJSJ3GW_vtAOHsxIYGWPahGYo2YidRVZgYBmdq3xzZcNQ1_6owh_McjuaT_fXB-vWt2SYJ0IcWEbrL2ctTrjEnIKIT5ZBOPZCGuRNOMcBsKLOFPsv7xxP6ZljR8I/s565/collegeschedule.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Chestnut Hill baseball" border="0" data-original-height="406" data-original-width="565" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-I5w23QQrfMLKh19mDXVA2niToAB8vJ7x5KCNbN3YtMpqN0058KPhKnHrd2j8ToOkJSJ3GW_vtAOHsxIYGWPahGYo2YidRVZgYBmdq3xzZcNQ1_6owh_McjuaT_fXB-vWt2SYJ0IcWEbrL2ctTrjEnIKIT5ZBOPZCGuRNOMcBsKLOFPsv7xxP6ZljR8I/s16000/collegeschedule.jpg" title="Chestnut Hill Baseball" /></a></div>Chestnut Hill split a doubleheader with West Virginia Wesleyan on Sunday. The Griffins dropped the first game 4-2 but bounced back to win the second game 4-3 in walk-off fashion. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the opener, Bobby Sabatino led the Griffins with two hits, while Aiden Myers contributed two RBIs. However, their efforts were not enough to secure the win. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the second game, Justin Geiger's RBI single in the final frame propelled Chestnut Hill to victory, securing a split for the day. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Despite falling behind by one run earlier in the game due to a two-run homer from the visitors, the Griffins managed to rally and claim victory. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Pitcher Dylan Broderick performed well, pitching 6 2/3 innings and allowing three runs on seven hits. He did not issue any walks and struck out seven batters. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Griffins, with a 4-7 record, will travel to Kutztown for a non-conference matchup on Tuesday. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Scores </i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Minnesota-Duluth 25, Holy Family 15 </div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-3758133395953615132024-03-10T20:37:00.004-04:002024-03-10T20:37:33.620-04:00Sunday Philly D-I College Baseball Recap: Penn takes finale from CofC; Villanova completes sweeo of Pepperdine<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjXoEDGJhVyGQadhZWDRjAD0uV2oLRla0T1yq1Ri-e099m8zqtQh0nnh-Xw4qrzKvmYlDqlc4tghWbHq7SvfL_ffnwx-Lb1gmNE-mK2Gf_hp6RxLoVLn3-0NPD-9_tvtmE9xQTNKo5qkN2u7ffhXT-V0M2DMVf7Dal2wX91qqM7dE5wmp0BbN7Dd6FErs/s960/pennq.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Penn Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjXoEDGJhVyGQadhZWDRjAD0uV2oLRla0T1yq1Ri-e099m8zqtQh0nnh-Xw4qrzKvmYlDqlc4tghWbHq7SvfL_ffnwx-Lb1gmNE-mK2Gf_hp6RxLoVLn3-0NPD-9_tvtmE9xQTNKo5qkN2u7ffhXT-V0M2DMVf7Dal2wX91qqM7dE5wmp0BbN7Dd6FErs/s16000/pennq.png" title="Penn Baseball" /></a></div>Penn secured a 6-5 victory against the College of Charleston on Sunday at Patriots Park, thanks to Ryan Taylor's two-run single in the ninth inning. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Taylor finished the game with a 3-for-4 performance at the plate, contributing two RBIs. Davis Baker led the Quakers with four hits, while Connor Chavez and Nick Spaventa each added three hits.
Spaventa's two-run homer in the fifth inning was a highlight, earning him three RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Eli Trop's two scoreless innings in relief earned him the win. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn (4-8) will face local rivals Villanova in their home opener on Wednesday. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Elsewhere, Saint Joseph's took a one run lead in the ninth only to see it slip away in the bottom portion of the frame as the club fell to UNC-Wilmington on Sunday, 3-2. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Colin Yablonski took the loss without recording an out, surrendering the game-winner after allowing two hits, a walk, and a hit batter. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Fellow reliever Matt McShane had nine strikeouts for the Hawks in 3 2/3 innings of work.
Justin Igoe and Ryan Picollo each homered for Saint Joseph's in the loss. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Hawks (5-8) will visit Lehigh on Tuesday for a non-conference contest. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In other action,
Villanova (5-8) closed out an impressive weekend sweep of Pepperdine on Sunday in Malibu, cruising to a 7-1 victory. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Wildcats pushed across five runs over the first two frames and never looked back. Jack O'Reilly finished with three RBIs while four players, including O'Reilly, collected at least two hits. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Luke McCollough collected the win, tossing six scoreless frames. He scattered two hits, walked one, and whiffed three. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Villanova returns to Philly having won four of its last five contests and will visit Penn on Wednesday. </div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-67628402906127018572024-03-09T21:47:00.001-05:002024-03-09T21:47:11.653-05:00Saturday Philly D-II College Baseball Recap: Top of the order carries Chestnut Hill to impressive win<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCCm5h7HAI6FLjB5kB7KzEc6-NLXYShfZSx7aPo8VSn8_ZjLkQP5OFud_uCEDiC9ZmPA4fSM_86D5NzQi4WHv9Fgp0cLARz5MoxgKYHXeI6VhSbqHLRk7_xA7B9iOwzJoUOagrjAykmkU1eqmNxrl1jIlyLwQEUD56EAJE5oYb5qxUbKw7Iq2l5tUAHYs/s565/ncaa.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Chestnut Hill Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="406" data-original-width="565" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCCm5h7HAI6FLjB5kB7KzEc6-NLXYShfZSx7aPo8VSn8_ZjLkQP5OFud_uCEDiC9ZmPA4fSM_86D5NzQi4WHv9Fgp0cLARz5MoxgKYHXeI6VhSbqHLRk7_xA7B9iOwzJoUOagrjAykmkU1eqmNxrl1jIlyLwQEUD56EAJE5oYb5qxUbKw7Iq2l5tUAHYs/s16000/ncaa.jpg" title="Chestnut Hill Baseball" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;">Aiden Myers finished the afternoon with four RBIs to help lift Chestnut Hill to a 13-6 victory over West Virginia Wesleyan on Saturday at Ramp Athletic Field in Philadelphia. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Griffins finished with 16 hits on the afternoon, led by the top three batters in the order - R.J. Huth, Myers, and Michael Pascoe - combing to go 9-for-15 along with two runs scored, three stolen bases, and eight RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Jake Schweiker collected the win, surrendering five runs on eight hits over six innings. Marlon Rose and Cole Morris combined to toss three frames while allowing one unearned run. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Griffins (3-5) return to action on Sunday with another contest against West Virginia Wesleyan.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>In other scores</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Wayne State 8, Holy Family 2</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Wayne State 12, Holly Family 5 </i><br /></div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-69469731383290117582024-03-09T21:27:00.006-05:002024-03-09T21:27:58.444-05:00Saturday D-III Philly College Baseball Recap: Cabrini outlasts Eastern in memorable fashion<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVcNVlC0nybgrY_5TmafNaJRQlhuJxJ0Wif5OzVAZdjHpkO064SHHw2HLWD6bBQaEnIDXuL6IJ6fR6Ddu0uOX4qpek3yoGUhg-AXX9oys6AEo4f2OGv28X0oQGRvpHnpI_mqIppI8z__tSuS-tvMsEWz0ivRzwSyWmy5KX7UpaDSL1Sb5KdgaID5GAv9E/s960/2024cabrini.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Cabrini baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVcNVlC0nybgrY_5TmafNaJRQlhuJxJ0Wif5OzVAZdjHpkO064SHHw2HLWD6bBQaEnIDXuL6IJ6fR6Ddu0uOX4qpek3yoGUhg-AXX9oys6AEo4f2OGv28X0oQGRvpHnpI_mqIppI8z__tSuS-tvMsEWz0ivRzwSyWmy5KX7UpaDSL1Sb5KdgaID5GAv9E/s16000/2024cabrini.png" title="Cabrini baseball" /></a></div>In a memorable showdown at a soggy Cabrini-Carroll Field in Radnor, Zack Brook emerged as the driving force for Cabrini with a remarkable six RBIs, propelling the Cavs to an 18-14 victory over local rival Eastern. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Trailing 12-5, Cabrini staged a stunning comeback in the eighth inning, plating eight runs to turn the tide. Dustin Sutton also played a pivotal role, contributing five RBIs to secure the win. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Eastern's pitching staff struggled, issuing a total of 14 walks throughout the contest.
Ryan Dipper made significant offensive contributions for Cabrini, notching four RBIs on three hits. The Cavaliers (6-2) showcased their resilience, rallying from deficits and capitalizing on crucial opportunities. In the bottom of the third inning, a three-run homer ignited a four-run surge on four hits, but Eastern swiftly responded with a six-run rally on five hits in the following frame. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Justin DiCesare's two-run double and Robert Del Buono's clutch two-out single propelled the Eagles (5-4) into the lead. Eastern extended their advantage to 8-4 in the top of the fifth inning, highlighted by Griffin Falco's three-run homer, his first of the season and tenth of his career.
However, Cabrini fought back, scoring a run in the fifth and adding five more in the sixth to seize a 10-8 lead. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Eastern countered once again, as Luke Meehan's three-run homer in the eighth inning propelled them ahead 12-10, but the Cavaliers refused to relent. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In a stunning turn of events, the Cavs exploded for eight runs on just four hits in the eighth inning, surging to an 18-12 lead. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Although Eastern managed to score twice in the ninth inning on a Thomas Kozlusky double, the deficit was insurmountable. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Senior outfielder Garrett Friend led the charge for Eastern, going a perfect 4-for-4 with a double, three runs scored, and an RBI. Del Buono continued his stellar performance, batting 3-for-6 with a pair of runs scored and an RBI.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Scores</i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Immaculata 13, Concordia-Moorhead 3</div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn State-Scranton 6, Rosemont 5</div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn State-Scranton 16, Rosemont 10</div><div style="text-align: left;">Farmingdale St. 7, Widener 5</div><div style="text-align: left;">Gwynedd Mercy 11, Minnesota-Morris 1 <br /></div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-55169434639851600962024-03-09T20:55:00.003-05:002024-03-09T21:05:09.666-05:00Saturday Philly D-I College Baseball Recap: Quakers drop third straight as pitching woes continue; 'Nova blanks Pepperdine<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRRANRZLj9YFrMlIdzD7JWl5t8IzvuZxkt_S24IVQL_L2yqOinuYmlTdTTs1TXrUC0kuEvDcI4BBLxobN3j2PEQhCrH8oXvMQWf5eWvpDLFhP9r-7pA3QPswHldgcZpUqU8Kgyrs6J7RhnZ0lxorw4-hJuDhO5nTXDfKpzrmS6ivdxYb64GxUi_f9hD3w/s806/Zaffro.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Penn Baseball" border="0" data-original-height="453" data-original-width="806" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRRANRZLj9YFrMlIdzD7JWl5t8IzvuZxkt_S24IVQL_L2yqOinuYmlTdTTs1TXrUC0kuEvDcI4BBLxobN3j2PEQhCrH8oXvMQWf5eWvpDLFhP9r-7pA3QPswHldgcZpUqU8Kgyrs6J7RhnZ0lxorw4-hJuDhO5nTXDfKpzrmS6ivdxYb64GxUi_f9hD3w/s16000/Zaffro.png" title="Penn Baseball" /></a></div>Penn's early 2-1 lead, courtesy of freshman Qwynn Ahearn's first-career home run, was unable to hold as the College of Charleston secured a 7-4 victory on Saturday afternoon at Patriots Park. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The defeat marked the third consecutive loss for the Quakers (3-8), who have one more game remaining on their road trip before returning home on Wednesday. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Cole Zaffiro (0-2) was handed the loss, surrendering six runs, five of which were earned, on nine hits while striking out two. Despite giving up his first run of the season, Carson Ozmer showcased resilience by pitching four solid innings of relief, tallying five strikeouts. Ozmer maintains an impressive 0.96 ERA across 9.1 innings, with a total of 13 strikeouts. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In the offensive effort, Davis Baker, Wyatt Henseler, and Jarrett Pokrovsky each contributed a pair of hits, with Henseler also notching his sixth home run of the season.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn concludes its Spring Break trip on Sunday, facing off against the Cougars at 1 p.m. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">In another contest, Saint Joseph's suffered a tough 3-2 loss on the road against UNC-Wilmington, surrendering two runs in the eighth inning. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Despite holding a 2-1 lead entering the eighth, Luke Smith conceded a pivotal two-run homer that proved to be the difference-maker. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Ryan Picollo led the Hawks (5-7) at the plate with two hits on the afternoon, but the team struggled, finishing 1-for-8 with runners in scoring position.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>In Other Action<br /></i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Four hurlers combined to toss a shutout for Villanova on Saturday as the Wildcats blanked Pepperdine in Malibu, 6-0. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Jason Neff finished 3-for-4 on the day with four RBIs. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Wildcats will complete their west coast swing on Sunday with a final game at Pepperdine before coming back to the area to face Penn on Wednesday. <br /></div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-34291091842828799952024-03-09T17:04:00.011-05:002024-03-09T22:18:38.605-05:00Walker struggles in spring debut, Schwarber stays cold at the plate<p></p><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnkgklICfgK-HECmF51ithFId7zTz03MLbA858vPvSodFNxR5k0_WNAgJVqSJ9FmVEcwRW-KDokeyBoUWZ99QFIeUHcHQK79PLoLaGm_r48t2X-QjJiM6O2edECm1QhFYi4E9WcqgWs3bwS0R_ORbDQOuqjf7bMautRtAfNu-l-c9D6NWxEyBgTLFGskQ/s960/schwarber.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kyle Schwarber" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnkgklICfgK-HECmF51ithFId7zTz03MLbA858vPvSodFNxR5k0_WNAgJVqSJ9FmVEcwRW-KDokeyBoUWZ99QFIeUHcHQK79PLoLaGm_r48t2X-QjJiM6O2edECm1QhFYi4E9WcqgWs3bwS0R_ORbDQOuqjf7bMautRtAfNu-l-c9D6NWxEyBgTLFGskQ/s16000/schwarber.png" title="Kyle Schwarber" /></a></div>Taijuan Walker took to the mound for his first spring appearance on Saturday, having overcome knee soreness that had sidelined him the week prior. In a two-inning stint, he yielded one run on two hits, along with one walk and three strikeouts, with 20 of his 38 pitches hitting the strike zone. <br /></div><p></p><div style="text-align: left;">Despite the return, concerns linger about Walker's velocity, a noted issue from the previous season. His four-seam fastball and sinker averaged 89.4 mph and 89.2 mph, respectively, reflecting ongoing challenges. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Although he reached a peak of 90.3 mph, doubts persist regarding his consistency in maintaining higher speeds. For reference, his four-seam fastball averaged nearly 93-mph last year. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Walker's next performance should provide a clearer indication of his velocity as the season draws near. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Phillies lost to the Blue Jays on Saturday in Clearwater, 13-5. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Kyle Schwarber finished 1-for-3 to raise his average to .095 on the spring. Johan Rojas finished 0-for-3 to drop his average to .185. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Right-hander Max Castillo will make his second spring training start on Sunday against the Pirates in Bradenton, Fla.
</div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-24228745126447612172024-03-08T22:24:00.007-05:002024-03-09T08:27:06.538-05:00Friday D-II Philly College Baseball Recap: Profy hits game-winner to help WCU sweep doubleheader to remain undefeated<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggQfn-EAKoOHrfCkCF8FTNyWb_6xZOH7uCnWZimZAO72KrEUPRKbH3j-mlchXu_SjkZCM_R8ct0XxlFL1hf6NFwv0ygCVFxvcIoyEw89GzO6zBBniF9dtj-mdh_80d1wpN52xDtRkfNPjcZ-7RdBNiaobYDzXvh6rpKMTjQtRik_EunsDzhRtbUICDIqY/s960/profy.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="West Chester" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggQfn-EAKoOHrfCkCF8FTNyWb_6xZOH7uCnWZimZAO72KrEUPRKbH3j-mlchXu_SjkZCM_R8ct0XxlFL1hf6NFwv0ygCVFxvcIoyEw89GzO6zBBniF9dtj-mdh_80d1wpN52xDtRkfNPjcZ-7RdBNiaobYDzXvh6rpKMTjQtRik_EunsDzhRtbUICDIqY/s16000/profy.png" title="West Chester" /></a>In a thrilling doubleheader at the MSI Sports Complex in Aston, Pa., No. 15 West Chester clinched a sweep against visiting Kutztown in their Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) conference opener on Friday afternoon. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the first game, a walk-off single in the 11th inning sealed a tight 2-1 victory for West Chester (9-0). The Golden Rams (9-0, 2-0 PSAC East) extended their unbeaten streak to nine games. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After a tense back-and-forth battle, three consecutive two-out walks loaded the bases, setting the stage for Evan Profy to deliver a clutch single to left-center field, securing the win. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Starting pitcher Julian Costa pitched 5 1/3 solid innings, yielding only one run on five hits, while Kyle Lazer recorded five strikeouts in relief over 1 2/3 innings. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">West Chester's offense was without a hit until the eighth inning when Avery Spencer's single broke the hitless streak.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the second game, West Chester staged a remarkable two-out, four-run rally in the bottom of the sixth inning, securing a 7-2 victory. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Joe Sperone showcased his pitching prowess, lasting 5 1/3 innings and allowing just two runs on seven hits while striking out five without issuing a walk. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Spencer stood out again, going 2-for-4, while Joe Kaleck contributed two RBIs. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With this sweep, West Chester has now won 13 of their last 15 meetings against Kutztown, their Eastern Division rivals. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The series will conclude with another doubleheader on Sunday at Kutztown, beginning at 1 p.m. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Elsewhere, Jefferson (6-4) swept a doubleheader with Lincoln, taking the first game 7-5 before cruising to a 22-2 win in the nightcap. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Albert Bobadillia collected the win the opener, surrendering one earned run over 4 1/3 innings. Diego Santiago contributed two RBIs in the win. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Rams relied on the longball in the nightcap, crushing four homers off Lincoln pitching. Justin Egner finished 4-for-4 in the contest with three runs scored. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><i>Other Scores </i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ashland 12, Holy Family 3 </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Holy Family 12, Davis & Elkins, 1
</div><p></p>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5659364701981427280.post-10853485777354622712024-03-08T20:51:00.021-05:002024-03-08T23:06:10.955-05:00Friday Philly D-I College Baseball Recap: Villanova rolls to a win in Malibu over Pepperdine; Hawks and Quakers fall<div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg78U8Q2MJg3pVkyqcuw7u8n1lzF95I5VpuI7KVJKW02lfLtQ_J2mmEkaC4rh7kT1oWjokXOzE1zLx3LejkPjF4Mlu5aufLECk8PJLL36fcA5kgskAFb-lMv846j1X-HplkZYV1fG0hViRwf20BjoQNe_4d05zEvMW2kfZUWMOQnhKRinYKfvKA1GYiHqc/s960/NOVA24.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Villanova baseball" border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg78U8Q2MJg3pVkyqcuw7u8n1lzF95I5VpuI7KVJKW02lfLtQ_J2mmEkaC4rh7kT1oWjokXOzE1zLx3LejkPjF4Mlu5aufLECk8PJLL36fcA5kgskAFb-lMv846j1X-HplkZYV1fG0hViRwf20BjoQNe_4d05zEvMW2kfZUWMOQnhKRinYKfvKA1GYiHqc/s16000/NOVA24.png" title="Villanova baseball" /></a></div>Jason Neff's three-run homer highlighted his two-hit performance, propelling Villanova to a 7-2 victory over Pepperdine on Friday in Malibu, CA. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Adding to the offensive barrage, Scott Shaw and Jack O'Reilly smashed consecutive home runs in the ninth inning to secure insurance runs.
Shaw's stellar day included a 3-for-5 hitting display along with a stolen base. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Pitcher Rian Schwede's six-inning effort paved the way for the win, allowing just two runs on six hits while striking out five and issuing only one walk. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">With the win the Wildcats improved their record to 3-9 for the season. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The two teams will clash again on Saturday as they continue their weekend series. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Elsewhere, Saint Joseph's (5-6) pushed across three runs in the top of the ninth but could not complete the comeback, falling to UNC Wilmington, 6-5, at Brooks Field on Friday night. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Will McCausland was solid on the bump for the Hawks despite a no decision, allowing two runs on eight hits while striking out 10 and not walking a batter in six innings. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Hawks managed to collected just four hits on the afternoon. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><i>In other action </i></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Penn (3-7) carried a four-run lead into the fifth inning on the road, but surrendered a seven-spot allowing the College of Charleston to cruise to an 11-5 win on Friday. Connor Chavez went 3-for-5 at the dish, while Nick Spaventa (2-for-4) and Jarrett Pokrovsky (2-for-5) each tallied a pair of hits. Ryan Dromboski failed to get through the fifth, allowing six runs over 4 1/3 innings. The reiging Ivy League Pitcher of the Year has struggled mightly though three starts, posting a 14.81 ERA to go along with a 2.72 WHIP. </div>Patrick Gordon, Managing Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02630102078410468994noreply@blogger.com0