Gonzaga's ninth-inning comeback attempt fell short as Portland clinched a 4-3 victory in game two on Saturday at Patterson Baseball Complex and Coach Steve Hertz Field.

By the Numbers
  • Gonzaga's home win streak of nine games was snapped on Saturday.
  • Portland reclaimed the West Coast Conference lead with a 23-13 overall record.
Yes, But

Despite outhitting Portland 13-9, Gonzaga's three runs were insufficient to secure a win.

State of Play
  • Portland leads the West Coast Conference with a 9-2 record, while Gonzaga stands at 11-3 in conference play.
  • The upcoming rubber match on Sunday will determine the sole leader in the conference standings.
What's Next

Gonzaga will have the opportunity to seize back the West Coast Conference lead in the series finale on Sunday at 1pm.

Bottom Line

Gonzaga's ninth-inning rally falling short against Portland highlights the intensity of the competition in the West Coast Conference, setting the stage for a crucial showdown in the upcoming rubber match.