Dayton Baseball Secures No. 3 Seed with Win Over Rhode Island in Thrilling Regular Season Finale
University of Dayton's baseball team concluded their regular season with a 5-3 comeback win over Rhode Island. This victory ensures the FlyBoys secure the No. 3 seed for the Atlantic 10 Tournament. Calero and Mendez were instrumental in plating key runs, while the pitching staff, led by Steinhauer, held strong to secure the win. Despite a tough 16-10 defeat earlier in the day, the team bounced back, showcasing their resilience and teamwork.
By the Numbers- 32 wins this season, matching a King-era best.
- 31-game active on-base streak for David Pedanou.
- 6.2 innings pitched by Ryan Steinhauer, tying a season-high.
- 3 runs scored by Keagan Calero.
- Completed regular season with a strong comeback win.
- Secured No. 3 seed for the upcoming Atlantic 10 Tournament.
- Pitching staff performed reliably, especially in the final game.
Dayton will face No. 6 seed Massachusetts on Tuesday, May 21, at Capital One Park in Tysons, Va., in their first game of the Atlantic 10 Tournament. The outcome of this game will determine their progression in the tournament.
Bottom LineDayton's resilience and strategic gameplay have positioned them well for the Atlantic 10 Tournament. Their ability to bounce back quickly from setbacks could prove crucial in securing further victories.
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