Cal Poly secured a thrilling extra-innings victory over Cal State Bakersfield, propelled by four home runs, including two from Ryan Stafford, to claim first place in the Big West standings.

By the Numbers
  • Cal Poly record: 20-14, 11-4 in Big West
  • Ryan Stafford's third home run of the season helped Cal Poly tie the game in the 1st inning
  • Griffin Naess pitched 2 scoreless innings after allowing 4 runs in the first
  • Cal Poly's bullpen combined for 6 2/3 scoreless innings
  • Cal Poly captured their fifth consecutive Big West series win
Yes, But

The reliance on home runs could be a risky strategy for Cal Poly in the long run, as it may not always guarantee offensive success.

State of Play
  • Cal Poly is tied with UC Irvine for first place in the Big West standings
  • Upcoming games include a matchup against Santa Clara and a weekend series against Hawai'i
What's Next

Cal Poly will face Santa Clara before heading to Hawai'i for another crucial conference series, aiming to maintain their position at the top of the Big West.

Bottom Line

Cal Poly's power-packed performance with four home runs led them to a pivotal win, setting the stage for an exciting battle to stay at the summit of the Big West standings.