California (PA) baseball team split a twinbill at Slippery Rock, with a 9-7 victory in Game 1 and a 15-9 loss in Game 2. Sophomore Jake Kramer tied a 40-plus year school record in Game 1 by securing nine saves this spring.

By the Numbers
  • Kramer tied the single-season school record with nine saves.
  • Junior second baseman Santino Marra had a multi-homer game with three hits and three runs scored.
Yes, But

The team faced a tough loss in Game 2 despite individual player achievements in both games.

State of Play
  • California stands at 23-10 this season with a 10-6 conference mark.
  • Slippery Rock and California are tied with IUP in the PSAC West standings at 10-6.
  • Slippery Rock has dominated recent meetings against Cal at Jack Critchfield Park.
What's Next

California will face Fairmont State for a single non-conference contest on Tuesday, April 16.

Bottom Line

California splits the twinbill in a competitive matchup, showcasing individual records and strong performances despite the loss in Game 2.