UC San Diego baseball made a remarkable comeback to defeat Cal State Bakersfield 6-5, securing the series victory after being down 5-0 in the first inning.

By the Numbers
  • Patrick Hackworth finished 2-for-4 with three RBI, including a two-run homerun.
  • Starter Matthew Dalquist pitched 6.2 innings, allowing five runs on five hits.
  • UC San Diego is now 8-5 in one-run games this season.
  • The Tritons have come back three times from deficits of five or more runs this season.
State of Play
  • UC San Diego improved to 25-11 overall and 12-5 in the Big West Conference.
  • The team has a strong record of 8-4 in one-run games this season.
  • The Tritons have historically dominated the all-time series against Cal State Bakersfield with an 8-4 record.
What's Next

UC San Diego will conclude the series at Cal State Bakersfield on Sunday at 1 p.m., with the game broadcast on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

UC San Diego's impressive comeback win showcases their resilience and ability to overcome deficits, positioning them well for continued success in the remainder of the series and the season.