The Wayne State University baseball team secured two crucial victories at the GLIAC Tournament, eliminating both Saginaw Valley State and defending champions Grand Valley State. The Warriors defeated the Cardinals 7-6 and then took down the Lakers 3-1 in a tense 10-inning matchup. With this success, WSU will face the top-seeded Davenport on Sunday, requiring two wins to claim the championship title.

By the Numbers
  • Wayne State's record improved to 27-27 overall after these games.
  • Aidan Arbogast hit his third home run in the last seven games, tying him for the team lead with six.
  • Keegan Pulford-Thorpe pitched a career-high eight innings, allowing only one earned run.
State of Play
  • WSU will play against Davenport, the tournament's top seed and 16th-ranked nationally.
  • Wayne State seeks its second tournament title in three years.
What's Next

The Warriors will need to win back-to-back games against Davenport on Sunday to secure the championship. This sets the stage for what could be an intense showdown, as WSU looks to leverage their recent momentum.

Bottom Line

Wayne State's impressive performance in elimination games highlights their resilience. As they prepare for the final showdown, a strong start will be critical to overcoming Davenport and claiming the GLIAC crown.