The Cal State San Marcos baseball team is gearing up for its final home series against Chico State, starting Friday at 3 p.m. CSUSM, currently 21-18 overall and 16-14 in conference play, will honor its 18 senior players before Sunday’s finale. After splitting a recent series with No. 24 Cal State Monterey Bay, the Cougars are looking to improve their standing in the CCAA, where they sit sixth. The final series against Chico will be crucial for both teams as they vie for better playoff positioning.

By the Numbers
  • CSUSM is currently 6th in the CCAA standings with a .533 winning percentage.
  • The Cougars have drawn the 3rd most walks in the league this season with 167.
  • CSUSM pitchers average 8.2 strikeouts per nine innings, ranking 3rd in the CCAA.
  • Chico State has turned 35 double plays this season, leading the conference.
State of Play
  • CSUSM sits just one game behind Chico State in the CCAA standings.
  • Chico State holds a 25-16 overall record and a 4th place standing in the conference.
  • This series marks the first time CSUSM is playing Chico State at home since 2018.
What's Next

The Cougars need to secure wins against Chico State to solidify their playoff position. With only a few games remaining in the season, every matchup will impact their postseason prospects significantly.

Bottom Line

A strong performance in this final home series is critical for CSUSM as they strive for better seeding in the playoffs, building momentum ahead of the postseason while honoring their senior players.