Junior Cort MacDonald led Stanford to a thrilling 7-6 victory over Wake Forest with a walk-off single in the 12th inning. MacDonald finished 3-for-4 at the plate, contributing to Stanford's third walk-off win of the season. The Cardinal overcame a 5-2 deficit, tying the game in the eighth before MacDonald's decisive hit sealed the victory in front of their home fans. Despite issuing 14 walks, Stanford's resilience paid off, improving their record to 21-17 overall.

By the Numbers
  • Cort MacDonald went 3-for-4 with a walk-off single.
  • Stanford issued 14 walks while Wake Forest had 18 baserunners stranded.
State of Play
  • Stanford improved to 21-17 (7-15 ACC) with this win.
  • The Cardinal will face Wake Forest again on Saturday at 2:05 p.m. for the second game of the series.
What's Next

As Stanford looks to clinch the series, right-hander Matt Scott will take the mound against Wake Forest's Blake Morningstar. The outcome of this matchup could significantly impact both teams' standings in the ACC.

Bottom Line

Stanford's clutch performance showcases their ability to overcome adversity, with MacDonald becoming a standout contributor. They need to maintain this momentum to secure their position in the conference moving forward.