Saint Joseph’s Dominates University of Pennsylvania 8-3 in Midweek Match; Chavez Streak Stands Out
Saint Joseph's defeated Penn 8-3 in a midweek matchup at Tommy Lasorda Field at Meiklejohn Stadium with both teams now holding identical 14-18 records. Penn has lost three consecutive games and five of the last six after their final home non-conference game of the season.
By the Numbers- Connor Chavez extended his reached-base streak to 26 games but ended an 11-game hitting streak.
- Wyatt Henseler went 2-for-5, reaching career hits 202 and 203, nearing a Penn record.
Penn struggled in multiple innings, allowing SJU to build a significant lead throughout the game.
State of Play- Saint Joseph's took an early lead and maintained control with consistent scoring.
- Penn faced pitching challenges and struggled to capitalize on offensive opportunities.
- Penn now prepares for a weekend series against Princeton with both teams tied for third place in the Ivy League.
Penn will face Princeton in a weekend doubleheader, aiming to improve their standing in the Ivy League.
Bottom LineSaint Joseph's dominant performance secured an 8-3 victory against Penn, marking a challenging phase for the Quakers who will look to bounce back in their upcoming games, starting with the series against Princeton.
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