Oakland fell to Wright State Raiders, 4-2, in a low-scoring game at the Oakland Baseball Field, with key players like Lucas Day and Carter Hain contributing. Brandon Decker had nine strikeouts for the Golden Grizzlies. Wright State's Chet Lax pitched well with five strikeouts and one run given up. The game remained tied until the fifth inning when the Raiders scored two runs, adding two more in the seventh to secure the win.

By the Numbers
  • Golden Grizzlies: 7 hits, 9 strikeouts, 4 walks
  • Raiders: 9 hits, 9 strikeouts, 3 walks
State of Play
  • The game was marked by low scoring, with both teams leaving eight runners stranded.
  • Wright State's strong pitching limited Oakland to only two runs despite a late attempt at a comeback.
  • Both teams showed solid defensive performances, with a total of 16 strikeouts recorded in the game.
What's Next

Oakland will face off against Toledo on Tuesday, May 7, in a game that will be broadcast live on ESPN+ at 3:30 p.m.

Bottom Line

Despite a strong effort from key players, the Golden Grizzlies couldn't overcome Wright State's lead, highlighting the importance of capitalizing on offensive opportunities in close matches.