Rider baseball faced a tough loss against Canisius, falling 10-9 in an exciting series finale. The Broncs initially surged ahead with a 9-3 lead after a strong start, highlighted by notable contributions from players like Anthony Paskell and Joe Tiroly. However, Canisius rallied back, scoring runs in the fifth, seventh, and eighth innings, eventually taking the lead and sealing the game with a solo home run. The defeat results in Rider’s overall record dropping to 30-16 and 20-6 in the MAAC.

By the Numbers
  • Rider recorded 13 hits in total, with Tiroly leading with four hits.
  • Paskell drove in three RBIs, while Tiroly and Shuhet each had two RBIs.
Yes, But

While Rider had a strong offensive start, the team's inability to maintain their lead in the late innings raises questions about their pitching depth and resilience under pressure against aggressive opponents.

State of Play
  • Rider's lead shifted dramatically as Canisius executed a successful comeback in the later innings.
  • Jack Ruditzky took the loss for Rider, with his record now at 1-4 for the season.
What's Next

The Broncs are set to conclude their regular season against Fairfield on May 15 at 3 p.m., looking to bounce back from this setback and solidify their standing in the MAAC.

Bottom Line

Rider needs to address its late-game pitching vulnerabilities to enhance its competitiveness as they head into their final regular-season game and potential playoffs.