Xavier baseball completed a series sweep against Seton Hall with a 3-1 victory. This win marks their second consecutive weekend sweep, improving the Musketeers' season record to 19-22 (9-3 in BIG EAST) while Seton Hall fell to 11-20 (0-9 in BIG EAST). Clay Burdette shone with a solo home run early in the game, supporting a strong pitching performance led by Ashton Chronister. Key contributions from the bullpen secured the victory as Xavier scored three runs by the sixth inning and held off any late rally from the Pirates.

By the Numbers
  • Clay Burdette hit his team-high 12th home run.
  • Ashton Chronister pitched 5.0 innings, allowing just 1 run on 3 hits and tallying 6 strikeouts.
  • Garrett Helsel finished with 4 strikeouts over 3.2 innings, earning his 5th save of the season.
Yes, But

While the Musketeers had a strong showing, their performance against weaker competition in Seton Hall raises questions about how they'd fare against tougher teams in the BIG EAST.

State of Play
  • The Musketeers have now swept their last two series, gaining momentum.
  • Xavier stands third in the BIG EAST standings, with a strong conference record that may bolster their postseason hopes.
What's Next

Xavier will travel to Nashville to face Vanderbilt on Tuesday, where they will face a significant challenge against a competitive SEC opponent.

Bottom Line

With recent successes and a key game ahead, the Musketeers need to maintain their focus and build on their momentum to secure a strong finish in the remainder of the season.