Cincinnati's baseball team loses 6-4 to crosstown rival Xavier after a late rally falls short, with Musketeers breaking a tie in the 8th inning.

By the Numbers
  • Hunter Jessee led Cincinnati with 3 RBI, hitting 2-for-5 with a two-run homer.
  • Kerrington Cross contributed with two doubles, while Josh Hegemann went 1-for-3 with an RBI and two walks.
Yes, But

Despite a strong offensive effort, Cincinnati couldn't capitalize on the late-game scoring opportunity in the 9th inning.

State of Play
  • UC and Xavier were tied at 4-4 after seven innings, but Xavier took the lead in the 8th with a two-run homer.
  • Cincinnati had runners at the corners in the 9th but failed to score, ending the game with a double play.
  • Cincinnati will face Houston in a three-game Big 12 series at home this weekend.
What's Next

Cincinnati will look to bounce back in the upcoming series against Houston and improve their defensive execution in close games.

Bottom Line

Cincinnati's baseball team falls short against Xavier in a closely contested match, highlighting the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities in critical game moments.