Navy baseball (26-14) returns home for a midweek matchup against Maryland Eastern Shore (7-27) after winning eight of its last nine games. This game at Max Bishop Stadium marks Navy's only home contest in a nine-game stretch, starting at 5:05 p.m. The Midshipmen's Tyler Cripe earned both Player and Rookie of the Week honors from the Patriot League for his performance during a recent four-game sweep over Holy Cross, showcasing a strong season leading up to this game.

By the Numbers
  • Navy is 4-3 in midweek games this year, hitting .260 collectively.
  • Tyler Cripe batted .368 over five games last week with two homers and five RBIs.
State of Play
  • Navy has a 3.54 team ERA, ranking eighth nationally.
  • The Mids currently lead the NCAA with 116 stolen bases and five shutouts this season.
What's Next

Following this game, Navy will face Bucknell in a crucial three-game series for the Patriot League title over the weekend.

Bottom Line

Navy's strong performance, particularly in pitching and clutch hitting, positions them well for this matchup and the upcoming league series. Continued success in midweek games is essential for maintaining momentum heading into the critical weekend ahead.