The University of Utah baseball team lost 13-8 to the Washington Huskies in the middle game of a series at Smith's Ballpark after erasing an 8-1 deficit with a seven-run eighth inning. Core Jackson's three-run homer was a highlight as part of his four RBI night, with five Utes contributing multiple hits.

By the Numbers
  • The Utes are 25-12 overall and 10-7 in the Pac-12.
  • Core Jackson hit his fourth home run of the season and had a season-high four RBI.
  • Merit Jones pitched five innings, striking out seven while giving up three earned runs.
Yes, But

The Utes couldn't secure the late-game victory after tying the score in the eighth inning.

State of Play
  • Utah will face Washington in the rubber game to decide the series.
  • The game is scheduled for Sunday evening at Smith's Ballpark.
What's Next

The upcoming rubber game will determine the series outcome between Utah and Washington with a Sunday evening matchup at Smith's Ballpark.

Bottom Line

Despite an impressive comeback effort by the Utes, the Washington Huskies secured a 13-8 victory in the middle game, setting the stage for a decisive rubber match to conclude the series.