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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Although Eastern managed to score twice in the ninth inning on a Thomas Kozlusky double, the deficit was insurmountable.
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.
Other Scores
Immaculata 13, Concordia-Moorhead 3
Penn State-Scranton 6, Rosemont 5
Penn State-Scranton 16, Rosemont 10
Farmingdale St. 7, Widener 5
Gwynedd Mercy 11, Minnesota-Morris 1
