Cal Poly secured a thrilling 7-6 walk-off victory against No. 6 Oregon State, powered by Jack Collins' two-run homer in the ninth inning. This win ended Oregon State's impressive 11-game winning streak and improved Cal Poly's record to 14-7. Collins, undeterred by a previous home run that was nullified by a pitch clock violation, delivered with confidence, hitting a 359-foot shot that ignited the home crowd. A rally fueled by four hits allowed the Mustangs to overcome a 6-3 deficit in the final innings.

By the Numbers
  • Cal Poly outhit Oregon State 13-10.
  • This marked Cal Poly's second walk-off win of the season.
State of Play
  • Cal Poly has rallied to win 13 of the last 15 games after a slow 1-5 start.
  • Oregon State fell to 17-4 after suffering their first loss in 12 games.
What's Next

The rubber game of the series is set for Sunday, with Cal Poly's sophomore right-hander Ethan Marmie scheduled to start. Expectations are high as the Mustangs look to maintain momentum against the Beavers.

Bottom Line

This victory underscores Cal Poly's resilience and offensive prowess, highlighting their significant turnaround from early-season struggles. Jack Collins' clutch performance illustrates the importance of confidence in pivotal moments.